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Obesity, Hunger, Inactivity and the Search for Hidden Answers

Physical Education Update

Hi Readers, I just received this email from long-time reader and physical educator, David Flax of South Africa. It raises some interesting questions about our perception of the causes of obesity, hunger and lack of activity. tags]physical education,obesity,childhood obesity,inactivity,exercise/code> [/tags]

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Physical Education Waivers Make No Economic Sense

Physical Education Update

Both would benefit from the knowledge about health, flexibility, fitness and nutrition that PE classes provide. Statistics show that almost 2/3 of Ohio adults are overweight or obese and only 47% of Ohio adults get a sufficient amount of physical activity. Ohio’s Physical Activity Plan, 2009. References: 1.

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Getting Kids Excited About Nutrition

PE with Palos

The inactivity of children has turned childhood obesity into a global epidemic and according to Benioff Children’s Hospitals , media use has been identified as a main contributing factor. What a child replenishes with after physical activity is just as important as the activity itself.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

One of the many aspects of life affected was physical activity. Implementation of these restrictions raised questions about what happened to physical activity during the pandemic, and investigators got busy trying to answer those questions and the related question of what happened to sedentary behavior (sitting).

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What Is Health and Wellness?

PLT4M

For example, let’s explore this concept with our physical health. To avoid chronic diseases like high blood pressure, heart disease, and other common public health concerns, we need physical wellness. Therefore, regular physical activity and regular exercise can help promote overall physical health.

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How to Eat Like an Athlete: The Best Foods For Performance and Recovery

The Sporting

The Best Foods For Athletes to Boost Performance and Recovery We all know that good nutrition means eating good food, but when it comes to boosting athletic performance, not all food is created equal. They will be your primary energy source to keep you going during high-intensive physical activities.

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Creating a Holistic Detox Plan for Sustainable Weight Management

Designs for Health

Moreover, the accumulation of toxic trace elements in the body is associated with metabolic disorders linked to being overweight or obese. A holistic detox plan should help ensure minimum daily energy requirements and nutritional adequacy.