Content Area 3: Calories Out
What types of activities will benefit you?
Physical activity does not have to be synonymous with hard work! The way to hook students into physical activity is to make it fun. Students can run, jump, roller skate or participate in any number of activities. Physical activity for children can be beneficial in a number of ways including strengthening muscles and bones, providing aerobic fitness, maintaining a healthy weight, as well as releasing stress and increasing self esteem. It is important to encourage students to do things in which they have an interest in order for them have success and create and institute an active lifestyle before they become adults.
How much exercise do you need to be healthy?
If students are not currently active they will need to start slowly and gradually to build their strength, confidence, and endurance. This will also help to prevent injuries. Students should work up to one hour of physical activity every day. This physical activity can be spread out over time, for example in increments of fifteen minutes throughout the day.
What are the benefits of a good night's rest?
An often overlooked aspect of a healthy lifestyle is the amount of sleep a student gets. It is recommended that students between the ages of 6-9 get at least nine to ten hours of sleep each night. Students who get enough sleep are reported to perform better in school.
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