why physical activity is important
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Why physical activity is important. Data compiled By Scott Davidson From other public domain documents. All information has been through peer review and published. Pictures and graphs are hyper linked to the source publication for further reference. Brain activity and fitness. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
All information has been through peer review and published.
Pictures and graphs are hyper linked to the source publication for further reference.
Notice how the brain is lit up in highly fit children.
Children that are physically fit will access the information in their brain more efficiently and be less distracted.
The following data demonstrates how PE can impact students• Language grade level testing• Math grade level testing• Discipline
Strategic physical education is proven to increase achievement.
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PE4life Data
PE4life’s Core Principles• Be directed to all students, not just the athletically inclined• Offer a variety of fitness, sport, leisure and adventure activities• Provide a safe and encouraging learning environment• Utilize individual assessments• Incorporate current technology• Extend beyond the walls of the gymnasium• Ideally, be offered to every child every day