The benefits of physical activity have been extensively discussed. We know that it promotes health and fitness, prevent illnesses and supports positive attitude. While being physically active is important at any age, it’s especially significant for children. Now we have additional evidence of its benefits: it promotes academic achievement. In a study recently published in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, researchers have established the links between children who routinely engage in physical activities and their success in the classroom. While more studies are suggested to identify how one influences the other, we can safely assume that increasing children’s play time at home and in school –away from video games and other sedentary activities- would promote better health and school success.
You can find additional information about this report in Education Week.
