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Get ready to tie up those shoelaces and break a sweat! Active School Week, occurring on April 22, is an exciting initiative aimed at promoting physical activity and healthful habits among school-aged children. This dynamic event has roots going back to the late 1990s, when health professionals recognized the growing need for increased physical movement among youth, particularly in the school environment. From competitive sports to joy-filled games, Active School Week serves as a reminder of the fun and importance of staying active. On your marks, get set... let's get moving for Active School Week!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognizing Health Needs</div><div class='timeline-text'>Health professionals acknowledge the growing necessity for increased physical exercise among the youth in the school environment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Steps of Active School Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>Initial concepts of Active School Week begin to take form to address the low-push concern regarding children's healthiness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Active School Week Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>Active School Week is officially launched, promoting physical activities and healthy habits among school-aged children nationwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>A dramatic increase in participation is observed as schools across the country embrace the initiative and encourage sports and enjoyable physical activities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Active School Week Goes Virtual</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Active School Week maintains its aim and goes virtual, ensuring children can stay active and healthy within their homes.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a School Sports Carnival</h3><p class='facts-text'>Set up different sports stations around the school grounds with various activities and games. This could include basketball, soccer, races, jump rope contests, and more. It's a fun way to get everyone moving and involved.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Start a Dance-Off Challenge</h3><p class='facts-text'>Encourage students to showcase their dancing skills with a schoolwide dance-off. You can make it even more engaging by teaching various dance styles during PE classes throughout the week.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a Fitness Workshop</h3><p class='facts-text'>Bring in a professional trainer or local fitness expert to host a workshop for the students. They can demonstrate different exercises, explain their benefits, and guide students through an interactive fitness session.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Activate Morning Announcements</h3><p class='facts-text'>Start the day off on an active note by incorporating simple exercises or stretches into the morning announcements. Have each morning start with school-wide jumping jacks, for example.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a Walking or Running Club</h3><p class='facts-text'>Set up a club that meets before or after school to walk or run around the school grounds. This can help students develop a regular habit of physical activity, and it can continue beyond Active School Week!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Physical Activity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Active School Week involves organizing fun activities and sports that encourage kids to participate and get moving. This contributes to their overall health by improving their physical fitness. It's a wonderful way for kids to break away from sedentary activities such as screen time, and gives them a chance to enjoy themselves while staying physically active.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's Fun and Engaging</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From sports carnivals to dance-offs, Active School Week offers a variety of enjoyable activities that not only keep kids moving but also engaged and excited. The emphasis is not just on physical movement but also on having fun, which makes it more appealing for students to take part.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages Long-Term Healthy Habits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The activities designed for Active School Week can help establish good fitness habits early in life. Initiatives like morning exercises and running clubs can extend beyond the event itself, encouraging students to incorporate regular physical activity into their everyday routines. This helps to lay a strong foundation for lifelong fitness habits.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Children Should Engage in 60 Minutes of Physical Activity Each Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>The World Health Organization recommends that children and adolescents aged 5-17 should engage in a minimum of 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous-intensity physical activity daily to maintain and improve their health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Physical Activity Enhances Cognitive Functioning</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies suggest that physical activity can boost cognitive function, helping children perform better academically. It can improve their concentration, memory, and classroom behavior.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Schools are Key Settings for Promoting Physical Activity</h3><p class='facts-content'>Schools provide numerous opportunities and facilities for children to engage in physical activity, making it an essential setting for promoting an active lifestyle.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Physical Education Programs Influence Children's Perception of Physical Activity</h3><p class='facts-content'>Children's experiences with physical education can impact their perception and attitude towards physical activity, influencing their future choices about leading an active lifestyle.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Physical Activity Reduces the Risk of Developing Health Problems</h3><p class='facts-content'>Physical inactivity is identified as a risk factor for many health issues, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Encouraging regular physical activity from an early age can help to prevent these problems.</p></div></div>
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