Written by Betty Ann Fish, 2015 SHAPE America National Elementary PE Teacher of the Year
The summer is winding down. As a physical education teacher, my hope is that your child has been physically active during their time off! Daily physical activity is vital for building healthy bodies and better brain power.…
Written by Alexandra Black MPH, RD, LDN, Health Promotion Manager, IHRSA
Conventional wisdom seems to say that it takes doing something – flossing, taking the stairs, eating breakfast – for 27 days before it becomes a habit. But what about something you might not do everyday? Vacuuming your floors twice a week, for example.…
Written by the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association wants peopleto lace up and get moving in celebration of National Walking Day (April 1).
These days, we’re spending more time at workand sitting in front of a screen than ever before. We’re becoming less active,which can increase our risk of heart disease, stroke and other diseases.…
Written by the Weight-control Information Network
The Physical Activity Guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes each week of moderate aerobic activity for adults—and at least an hour each day of active time for kids. This may be hard during winter, when cold temperatures and decreased daylight may reduce your desire to be active.…