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Functional Fitness, Constantly Varied, Intense! Students will perform exercises to help improve their overall fitness.
Exercise is good for you? Absolutely, 100% YES!
There are many reasons to exercise and to stay fit. Believe it or not, physical exercise helps you perform better in the classroom. That means getting the wiggles out can make you a better learner.
As well, regular physical activity helps to improve self esteem, strength, flexibility and body composition.
The surgeon general suggests that children get at least 60 minutes of aerobic activity each day.
Keeping Hydrated All children should drink at least 64oz. or 2000ml. If you are active in sports or have P.E., DRINK MORE! If you are not drinking enough water, a couple of things can happen:
DEHYDRATION - Dehydration occurs over time by not intaking enough fluids.
HEAT EXHAUSTION - Heat exhaustion occurs when a person exercises or works in a hot environment and sweating cannot dissipate the heat generated within the body.
Ways to help your body stay hydrated and healthy: *wear a large sun hat * drink plenty of water- before, during and after activity * use rehydrations salts (Pocari Sweat, Garotade) * take frequent rests * eat bananas *
PAW@S stands for Positive Attitude, Wellness @ School. Follow along with the Second Step program.
Exercise is good for you? Absolutely, 100% YES!
There are many reasons to exercise and to stay fit. Believe it or not, physical exercise helps you perform better in the classroom. That means getting the wiggles out can make you a better learner.As well, regular physical activity helps to improve self esteem, strength, flexibility and body composition.
The surgeon general suggests that children get at least 60 minutes of aerobic activity each day.
Keeping Hydrated
All children should drink at least 64oz. or 2000ml. If you are active in sports or have P.E., DRINK MORE!
If you are not drinking enough water, a couple of things can happen:
Signs of dehydration:
* you're thirsty, dry mouth * headache * decreased urine output * lightheadedness * weakness
Signs of heat exhaustion:
* profuse sweating * weakness * nausea * vomiting * headache * lightheadedness * muscle cramps
Ways to help your body stay hydrated and healthy: *wear a large sun hat * drink plenty of water- before, during and after activity * use rehydrations salts (Pocari Sweat, Garotade) * take frequent rests * eat bananas *