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Physical education is important for academic success—here's how it benefits kids' cognition

There were 45,000 fewer hours of physical education (PE) delivered in UK schools during the last academic year compared to 15 years ago. This is concerning, given how important PE and physical ...
The Florida Times-Union

Local physician sheds light on importance of play for kids with disabilities | Letters

In 1948, the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights proclaimed all peoples’ inalienable right to rest and leisure. Fifty years later, the Convention on the Rights of the Child expanded ...
Hometown Station

Hugo’s GymFitness Is Available For Children To Learn Important Health Lessons In A Fun Space

Teaching your children good health and well-being lessons can become boring and routine. Hugo’s GymFitness provides a safe ...
WMAZ

'I didn't see it as a life saving skill at the time': Swim instructors explain the importance of swim lessons for kids

HOUSTON COUNTY, Ga. — Pools, lakes and water parks are opening up across Central Georgia for the unofficial start to summer, but swim instructors said kids need practice before they make a big splash.
WECT

Experts stress the importance of swim lessons for kids

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 4,000 people drown every year in the United States. The CDC reports that the number of people who die by ...
CNN

Your level of physical activity could be a vital sign

Sign up for CNN’s Fitness, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide will help you ease into a healthy routine, backed by experts. Has your doctor quizzed ...
The Conversation

Physical education is important for academic success – here’s how it benefits kids’ cognition

Simon Cooper receives funding from the Waterloo Foundation, Rosetrees Trust, Stoneygate Trust and Education Endowment Foundation. There were 45,000 fewer hours of physical education (PE) delivered in ...