The document discusses the importance of physical education in schools. It notes that childhood obesity has more than doubled in the past 30 years as children have become more sedentary. Physical activity provides health benefits like stronger muscles and bones, weight control, and decreased risk of diabetes. It recommends that children get at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day, including both structured activities like gym class and unstructured play. Regular aerobic exercise can strengthen the heart and lungs.
8. Physical activity among children and adolescents is important because of the related health benefits. What health related benefits??
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12. But for kids, exercise means playing and being physically active.
13. Kids exercise when they have gym class at school, soccer practice, or dance class.
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18. Break up into bouts of 15 minutes or more 1 hour or more School age 60 minutes planned physical activity AND 60 minutes unstructured physical activity (free play) 2 hours Preschooler 30 minutes planned physical activity AND 60 minutes unstructured physical activity (free play) 1 ½ hours Toddler Physical activity should encourage motor development No specific requirements Infant Comments Minimum Daily Activity Age
