Physical activity in an educational setting is defined as a behavior consisting of bodily movement that requires energy expenditure above the normal physiological (muscular, cardio respiratory) requirements of a typical school day.
Definition of Physical Education:
Physical education provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a variety of physical activities, to maintain physical fitness and to value as well as enjoy physical activity as an ongoing part of a healthy lifestyle. Physical education includes curriculum, instruction and assessment that is sequential from kindergarten through high school and university.
Healthier Students learn & behave better...
Children participating in daily physical activity exhibit better attendance, a more positive attitude toward school, less disruptive behavior, higher self esteem and greater academic performance. Physical activity also improves blood and oxygen flow to the brain, increasing the number of synaptic connections. This helps to improve reasoning, short term memory, reaction times, and creativity.
Regular Physical activity has been proven to:
- Decrease the risk of death from heart disease
- Lower the risk of developing diabetes
- Reduce blood pressure in persons with elevated levels
- Decrease body fat
- Enhance psychological well being
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