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Engaging in physical activity during childhood and adolescence is associated with
improved physical and mental health (1, 2). Research has shown that physically active
students exhibit better academic performance, a reduced likelihood of obesity, enhanced
social skills, and higher levels of self-esteem. However, despite the many benefits of
physical activity, many students do not engage in sufficient physical activity, and studies
show that the levels of physical activity among children and adolescents have also
decreased over time (3).
Most often, schools serve as more than just a centre for learning mandated curriculum
(4). Within schools, the educators and the school communities also play a significant role
in supporting the health and wellbeing of the learners, including supporting student
participation in physical activity. However, in the school environment, barriers to
physical activity include insufficient access to physical activity opportunities, limited
time for recess, and lack of physical education, all of which can contribute to the
problem of increased sedentary behaviours. In order to promote physical activity
among students, it is important for schools to provide a variety of opportunities for
physical activity and to make physical activity an integral part of the school day.
Schools can take a proactive approach through curriculum, policies, and engagement
with the school community to reverse the worsening trend of children and adolescents
not meeting the recommended daily engagement of 60 min or more of moderate to
vigorous physical activity.
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Keywords
Active methodologies Healthy behaviours Motivation Pedagogy Physical education Research Subject Categories::INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH AREAS::Sports
Citation
Branquinho, Luís; Forte, Pedro; Ferraz, Ricardo; Teixeira, José Eduardo; Sortwell, Andrew (2024). Editorial: “Building” health through physical activity in schools. Frontiers in Sports and Active Living. ISSN 2624-9367. 6, p. 1-3
Publisher
Frontiers