Top Reasons by Travis Burhop – Why Schools Should Check Students

Physical Fitness?

Schools in the country are finding that children’s fitness levels are dropping at an alarming rate.

On close investigation, it is evident that both the children and the school’s physical training instructors need to work together to achieve the common goal, a good balance of work and play in school.

The general perception is that schools should play a bigger part in all this and take the initiative to get students excited and interested in physical training.

“Physical inactivity in children is like a ticking time bomb that can explode any minute into a nationwide issue” he said.

A professional in his field, Travis Burhop, has devoted his entire career to physical education. He is currently at the University of California, overlooking the physical training needs of its student body at every level. He says that many schools in the country carry out physical checks in a sporadic manner and should be improved.

Here is a look at some of the reasons that schools should pay more attention to physical fitness and promote physical education.

Physical fitness on a regular basis with structured programs

Regular exercises increase alertness, general well being and development.

Increase mental and physical development Reduces childhood obesity, drastically Increases academic performance Awareness of teamwork and working in a

group Increases social stimulation and leadership

skills

Increases overall good health Builds self confidence and self worth Develops a plethora of other skills and

abilities Encourages healthy eating habits Reduces stress and anxiety

Physical fitness in a school, especially in primary school should be carried out in a fun and age-appropriate method.

There is no ‘one size fits all’ when its down to physical training and education, so it needs to be customized. Focus on the mantra ‘a healthy child will grow into a healthy adult’.

Encourage your children on the right path from an early age, and help them continue to do so as they move through life.

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