The importance of physical activity in elementary aged children affecting their health, behavoir, and learning

Abstract

The obesity epidemic has only soared to higher intensities in the past decade. The frightening part is that the proportion of obese children in society is greater than ever before. Many studies show the positive benefits of physical activity for children and adults alike. The medical community has recently accepted the fact that the brain can form more neural connections and physical activity aides the process.

The majority of this study is dedicated to the good health, behavior, and academic excellence that can be achieved by elementary students if they are allowed to be physically active for at least forty-five minutes a day. The responsibility lies with the public school system. It is their job to ensure these requirements are met by adjusting the curriculum to allow time for physical activity.

Notes

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Thesis Completion

2008

Semester

Fall

Advisor

Kehoe, Michael

Degree

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

College

College of Education

Degree Program

Sports and Fitness

Subjects

Dissertations, Academic -- Education;Education -- Dissertations, Academic

Format

Print

Identifier

DP0022279

Language

English

Access Status

Open Access

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Document Type

Honors in the Major Thesis

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