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We talk about getting enough exercise in order to be healthy. But how much is needed?

The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSPE) has released new guidelines about how much and what type of physical activity is needed for good health.

Obviously, getting more than the recommended daily amounts of physical activity provides even greater benefits. Moderate-intensity physical activities will cause one to sweat a little and to breathe harder. Vigorous-intensity physical activities will cause one to be out of breath. I would like to summarize the CSPE recommendations based on age groups:

o Children, 5-11 years old

Kids aged 5-11 years should accumulate at least...

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Others share Dr. Frost’s concern. According to a first-of-its kind Gallup poll of elementary school principals, the overwhelming majority believe, “recess has a positive impact not only on the development of students’ social skills, but also on achievement and learning in the classroom.” These finding backs up additional research that links more recess to better behavior and focus in the classroom.

So if physical activity-based play is at risk for children with typical abilities, how much more vulnerable is this element in the live of a child with a disability? Perhaps a lot more, due to one overriding aspect and that is “risk.”

Parents...

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Cardiovascular benefits

Ice skating is one of the best aerobic activities there is, and the best part is, youll be having so much fun out of the rink you wont notice how hard your body is working until youre done. Plus youll get all the great cardio benefits without the pounding that other physical activities like running will take on your body.

To reap the maximum cardiovascular benefits, keep moving, and dont just glide over the ice. Interspersing between coasting and speed skating, is a great way to boost your endurance and increase the calorie burn.

Endurance

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Press release:

Four Highline elementary schools have received recognition in the Healthier US School Challenge (HUSSC). Beverly Park, Madrona, Southern Heights and White Center Heights Elementary Schools are all being recognized for creating healthier school environments through promotion of good nutrition and physical activities.

To qualify for recognition, schools must meet stringent criteria for the school meal program, nutrition education, physical activity and school policies which support a wellness environment, with efforts to:
improve the nutritional quality of the foods served,
provide students with nutrition education, and
provide students with physical...

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