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Add Movement to the School Day to Boost Student Physical Activity and Learning

SHAPE America

If we pause to take a panoramic view of our current landscape, we are reminded that our country has an obesity epidemic, rise in hypokinetic diseases, as well as mental health concerns. The gym is not the only place where students can move, interact and learn by doing. We need classrooms to be more active and engaging like the gym!

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Interview with Youth Sport Psychology Expert Richard Stratton, Ph.D.

Better Coaching

Below is an interview with a youth sport psychology expert from Youth Football Online. Here’s our exclusive interview with youth sports psychology expert Professor Richard Stratton, PhD. You can help them to understand why being obese is counterproductive to not only playing sports, but their entire lives.

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Question: Why Some People Dislike Exercise?

Heartzones

There are several reasons why some people may dislike exercise, including psychological, physical, and social factors. One possible reason why some people may dislike exercise is due to psychological factors. For example, some individuals may associate exercise with negative emotions, such as anxiety, stress, or fear.

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How to Sleep Like a Champion: The Science of Sleep and Athletic Performance

The Sporting

Impaired Glucose Metabolism and Insulin Resistance Sleeping too much can affect how the body processes glucose and responds to insulin, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Using sports psychology to manage your performance anxiety is always better than isolating yourself from the event.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

Physical activity provides many health benefits to children and adolescents [SJ3] , mainly related to mental health, obesity, and risk factors for future chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. Psychology of Sport and Exercise. Pandemic benefits of physical activity. SJ8]Biddle SJ, Ciaccioni S, Thomas G, Vergeer I.