My blood pressure has fallen to a safe level and I am off medication. I cannot believe that all it took was a walk a day.
Teacher at a Saskatoon in motion school
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Russ Kisby Fitwalk - To celebrate the anniversary of his death on July 20th we are inviting you to be active. Take time in your day to go for a fitwalk wherever you are, whoever you're with, and honour the memory of Russ and the ideals he spent a lifetime promoting. Visit the Russ Kisby Fitwalk site for details.
WINTER ACTIVE - The winter months are an ideal time to do more of the healthy activities you already enjoy, and even try out some new ones! WinterActive will take place from January 15 - February 27, 2009. Visit www.winteractive.ca for more information.
ACTIVE KIDS ARE FIT TO LEARN!
June 2, 2009
2009 Active Healthy Kids Report Card.pdfWe still have a long way to go…
87% of children and youth are still not meeting the recommended 90 minutes of physical activity a day, as outlined in these guidelines.
The 2009 Report Card highlights the important role physical activity plays in facilitating learning and academic performance. Particular attention needs to be paid to the disparities in physical activity.
For example, in assessing many of the indicators, children with disabilities and children from low socio-economic status backgrounds are at a disadvantage. Not only are these children and youth not receiving the health benefits of being physical active, they are missing out on the cognitive benefits.
Check out the full report and strategies on what we can do to improve our failing grade!