Why do we have P.E.?
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Greg Payne primary author Elementary School Physical Education: A Position Statement
Did you know that Physical Education is one of the most important subject that your child can learn in school? By gaining early success in the basic physical skills and concepts, your children will feel better about their ability to participate in recreational activities; be more successful if they choose to compete in youth sports; and find it easier to accept themselves and to be accepted by their peers as they move through their school and adult years. Their success in Physical Education impacts their success in school!
Research indicates that regular physical activity not only improves your quality of life but it also improves your health. Unfortunately our children are in the worst physical condition they have ever been in. This is due to the increases popularity of computer games, bad eating habits, and lack of physical activity. We must help our children develop healthy lifestyle behaviors and habits early and encourage them to continue through adulthood. Physical Education plays a significant role in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle Physical Education is vital in developing positive attitudes toward regular physical activity, knowledge about how to exercise properly, and skills necessary to live an active lifestyle.
Research indicates that regular physical activity not only improves your quality of life but it also improves your health. Unfortunately our children are in the worst physical condition they have ever been in. This is due to the increases popularity of computer games, bad eating habits, and lack of physical activity. We must help our children develop healthy lifestyle behaviors and habits early and encourage them to continue through adulthood. Physical Education plays a significant role in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle Physical Education is vital in developing positive attitudes toward regular physical activity, knowledge about how to exercise properly, and skills necessary to live an active lifestyle.