Before-School Physical Activity Can Boost Achievement, Expert Says
Letting students play outside for 20 minutes before school can help boost their academic performance, health, and confidence. Read Full Post >
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March 14, 2013
February 28, 2013
School Design Can Influence Students' Health, Eating Habits
School gardens, open-plan kitchens, and indoor-outdoor eating spaces can nurture good eating habits and encourage students to get more physical activity. Read Full Post >
December 07, 2012
In-Shape Students Outscore Heavy Peers Academically, Study Finds
Middle schoolers in prime physical shape outperform their overweight peers on tests and grades, new research says. Read Full Post >
December 07, 2012
In-Shape Students Outscore Obese Peers Academically, Study Finds
Middle schoolers in prime physical shape outperform their overweight peers on tests and grades, new research says. Read Full Post >
November 08, 2012
Many Parents Say Children's Free Time Is Best Spent With Sports
Forty-six percent of parents think their children's free time is best spent through sports activities, according to a recent survey. Read Full Post >
May 01, 2012
National Physical Education and Sport Week Off and Running
Students across the U.S. will be getting away from their desks for a few minutes this week in honor of National Physical Education and Sport Week, an initiative of the National Association for Sport and Physical Education. Read Full Post >
April 30, 2012
President's Fitness Council Launches Video-Game Health Challenge
A new federal initiative aims to promote the health benefits that certain video games can provide. Read Full Post >
October 05, 2011
Schools Celebrating International Walk to School Day Today
Over 3,700 schools in all 50 states were taking part in the initiative, connected with the federal Safe Routes to School program. Read Full Post >
