Schools should unleash the power of physical activity to boost learning, argues expert

In primary schools, the most popular school-based physical activity intervention is The Daily Mile, which involves 15 minutes ...
Science Daily

Physical activity can promote learning and wellbeing at secondary school

A study suggests that adolescents who engage in active school transport and leisure-time physical activity perform better at secondary school than their inactive peers. Regular leisure-time physical ...
Orlando Sentinel

Commentary: America’s youth have spoken — they want more physical activity in school

For decades, we’ve been aware of the increase in sedentary behavior among American young people. However, understanding of the reasons behind the inactivity crisis has been elusive. The national youth ...
Education Week

Test Your Knowledge: The Role of Physical Activity in Schools

Physical activity is more than just playtime—it’s a key factor in children’s health, well-being, and academic achievement. Research shows that students who engage in regular movement throughout the ...

Physical education requirements in Missouri schools could increase under proposed bill

Legislation would require all students to participate in a minimum of 60 minutes of physical activity each school day.
Houston Public Media

Are kids getting enough physical activity in schools?

A new study looks at whether physical activity requirements for children in schools actually curbs youth obesity rates, and we consider solutions to the problem. Texas and many other states have ...
WKRN-TV

Clarksville moms say physical activity requirement isn’t being followed

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Although Tennessee middle school students are supposed to get 90 minutes of physical activity each week, a group of moms in Clarksville says that’s not happening at all ...