It's never too late to work toward better heart and brain health. But it's also never too soon. A growing body of research suggests childhood is a good time to start.
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Todayโs the day! So excited to be a part of the launch of Kids Heart Challenge! This new program will support the physical and emotional health of our youth, our families and our community. Join me in the launch today - https://t.co/F5nGEVG4Nl
Many children spend a majority of their waking hours at school. If we want our kids to be healthy๐ and active over their lifetimes, schools have a crucial role to play in cultivating good habits: https://t.co/dRxo8BNJld #SchoolWellness@Voices4HK
Studies show physical activity helps with academics and overall physical health. Proud to see Oregon and its public schools focus on this issue. #PDXHasHeart#movemore
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"Research shows that physical activity, especially physical education, improves behavior in classrooms and is a boost to academic achievement, especially math-related skills and reading."
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Dance it out! Dancing combines all the benefits of physical activity while giving children the opportunity to express themselves!
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"When I told my father I wanted to become a #physed teacher, I worried about his reaction. He said this: 'It would be good to have a daughter who specialized in preventive medicine.' My dad is a doctor." Comments from one of the PE Ts from Beaverton Schools (Oregon) last week.
@BVPrep Physical educator, Jackie Greaver, encourages her students to connect what they've learned in class with their own lives. https://t.co/2ZFXLzC85j