The Importance of Physical Activity

NEUROLOGICAL BENEFITS

Physical Activity Improves Memory This is because it stimulates the release of chemicals in the brain that allow the for the growth of new blood vessels in the brain.

IMPROVES GENERAL BODY COORDINATION White Matter – the tissue in the central nervous system composed of nerve fibers When Its integrity is increased faster Neural Conductions in the brain occur and This is what Increases General Coordination

ACADEMIC BENEFITS

Exercise improves a Student’s ability to focus in class

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Allows students to take a break from their workload Time quality lost by letting students get involved in Physical Education is made up in the improved quality of their overall education

TIME Squeezing in exercise into a busy schedule teaches students how to manage their time

HEALTH BENEFITS Physical Activity reduces : Stress Depression Anxiety Prevents Obesity – When this is combined with a proper nutritional diet it can control weight and prevent obesity.

EXERCISE Exercise is one of the best ways in preventing the rapid growth of obesity in America

Lee Haney

SLEEP Did you know that people who have been physically active fall asleep more quickly and sleep better?

This allows the brain muscles to regenerate more completely.

PLEASE FIND THE TIME TO GET MOVING