BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
A MORE POSITIVE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT
Active students are generally less aggressive and experience fewer discipliine problems.
INCREASED CAPACITY FOR LEARNING AND PRODUCTIVITY
Active children are generally more motivated and better organised than those who are inactive and also physical activity has direct links to improved learning outcomes.
IMPROVED EMOTIONAL WELLBEING
Helps young children feel more confident, happy and relaxed with improved self esteem and self concept.
ENHANCED SOCIAL SKILLS
Develop skills such as teamwork, meeting new people and developing friendships.
IMPROVED MENTAL HEALTH
Improves concentration skills and ability to manage stress and anxiety.
IMPROVED HEALTH
Encourages healthy growth and development of children's bodies.
Key Ideas of Teaching HPE
Focus on Educative Purposes
Develop Health Literacy
Include a Critical Inquiry Approach
Take a Strength Based Approach
Value Movement
Physical Activity Recommendations
Physical activity several times a day, including 30 minutes of tummy time.
180 minutes a day, including energetic play such as running.
180 minutes a day including 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic activities like walking, running and climbing.
60 minutes of accumulated activity including moderate to vigorous aerobic activity. Three days a week engaging in weight bearing activities that strengthen muscle and bone.
60 minutes of accumulated activity including moderate to vigorous aerobic activity. Three days a week engaging in weight bearing activities that strengthen muscle and bone.
