Teenagers, who are naturally lazy creatures, usually try to avoid any form of getting active; whether it is choosing between healthily walking to school, or hopping into the family van, most prefer the second option. The government, however, is trying to improve the obesity rates throughout B.C. by developing and initiating the Daily Physical Activity program throughout schools in the province. Nevertheless, many students focus more on achieving personal goals rather than one from the government. The thirty minute requirement for Kindergarten to Grade 9 and one hundred and fifty minute weekly requirement for Grades 10,11 and 12 can be met and recorded but the fact is that many individuals will most definitely lie and say they did perform a sport and then write down an invented number as the amount of time spent doing the activity. The government cannot monitor every single student and make sure that they are receiving enough exercise; therefore the DPA strategy is not an effective one.
Not one individual in the world is the same as the next, and not everyone was meant to be a professional athlete either. A valuable way to contribute and construct a healthy lifestyle is to get the student to participate in an enjoyable endeavour. Physical Education is not necessary in grades 11 and 12, so an active pastime is needed. Parents and guardians are the only true rule-enforcers of the household and must find compromise with their children on the subject of exercise. Rules on limiting time spent staring in front of the computer screen or spraining fingers while playing video games all day must be met, but children can play a video game if it involves getting active and having to stand up and move around. The “Weight-life coach” on the popular Nintendo D-S, is a grand example that teaches players to live vigorous and healthy lives. The “Wii-fit” (another gaming console) also includes participating in virtual sports as well as yoga, which involves forming positions as if in a real yoga class. The only way to get kids and teens truly active is to allow them to enjoy the activities that they do while staying fit and achieving a proper standard of living. Thus, with the support and ongoing encouragement of family and friends, students may change and start to actually live life to the fullest. Not all individuals have to have smouldering biceps and six-pack abs, but should be at a state of personal victory, with an improvement shown in current physical and mental status. Individuals have to be motivated with rewards and compliments and only then they can and will achieve. Throughout the week, my cheeks and face are tomato red after every physical education class because of the effort I exude during the one hour and twelve minute period. Drama rehearsals after school also keep me active and moving as well as the fact that I walk to and from school every single day of the week. Personally, I bend my strict try-to-be healthy rules and eat junk food but who doesn’t? I motivate myself to do better and to have fun while doing so. My enjoyable after-school events keep me going and exercising in inventive ways. The government's attempt to keep students exercising is a worthy effort but cannot insure results for everyone. Hence, the way to keep active is to create a special activity, which parents ensure is healthy, that doesn’t have to be mandatory or pressurizing, just one that the student can successfully do without being told to do so. Then a progress will be shown in the way students physically, mentally and emotionally carry themselves.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
HEY EVERYBODY :)! LETS START RECORDING OUR DAILY ACTIVITIES DOWN :)
Have you notice that the world is changing quickly in many ways? The changes are not beneficial; instead it is a disadvantage to our lives. Many changes have been made throughout the centuries, one of it would be wasting unnecessary things which limited the planet’s resources. Most importantly, our lives are being engaged in the world of just unhealthy food. This has given many individuals difficult time to choose since there are varieties of food selections to pick from. The worst thing about the marketing nowadays are most of the products that are being sold are junk foods. Also, more and more fast-foods are being opened everywhere. This influences the people to eat unhealthy food which eventually leads to obesity. Did you know that Canada’s percentage of obesity has increased rapidly over the past 25 years? It has tripled for the last few years. Being obese/overweight not only is a matter of how we look, also it is a risk of physical, emotional, and psychological health issues as stated on www.kidshealth.org. For example, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma, early puberty, and depression. We should all be aware of these consequences when eating unhealthy foods especially fat-greasy food from fast and convenient restaurants. Sometimes, it is OK to eat delicious and high calories food, only if we exercise.
The government has recently implemented Daily Physical Activity (DPA) in all schools across our nation due to our population of obesity. This is certainly an effective strategy for all the young people to be active and healthy. Also,this will set great examples for the next generations. DPA is a requirement for students to participate in 30 minutes of physical activity during school day and the activity must be recorded and be signed by parents. This should definitely be mandatory for all students to graduate because it forces students to become more involved and motivated. How hard is it to do 30 minutes of exercise a day? We can simply walk to school instead of getting a ride – this will help us prevent diseases and obesity. The government is not trying to fail the students; it only wants the student to develop positive activity habits and to understand the importance of exercising. Honestly, I believe that this program will help many individuals to succeed. Basically, if we do anything around the community is considered exercising, such as walking around the park, shopping in the mall, and even working in a restaurant. All we have to do is record all those activities down in the DPA booklet. The government is only doing this to stop the students from being lazy. Why not challenge our lives with more than 150 minutes per week? It is essential to exercise everyday in order to maintain a healthy body and prevent gaining extra weights.
Watch this video and you will understand why the government is setting a DPA program.
http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/index.php?rn=222561&cl=11795975&ch=224106
The government has recently implemented Daily Physical Activity (DPA) in all schools across our nation due to our population of obesity. This is certainly an effective strategy for all the young people to be active and healthy. Also,this will set great examples for the next generations. DPA is a requirement for students to participate in 30 minutes of physical activity during school day and the activity must be recorded and be signed by parents. This should definitely be mandatory for all students to graduate because it forces students to become more involved and motivated. How hard is it to do 30 minutes of exercise a day? We can simply walk to school instead of getting a ride – this will help us prevent diseases and obesity. The government is not trying to fail the students; it only wants the student to develop positive activity habits and to understand the importance of exercising. Honestly, I believe that this program will help many individuals to succeed. Basically, if we do anything around the community is considered exercising, such as walking around the park, shopping in the mall, and even working in a restaurant. All we have to do is record all those activities down in the DPA booklet. The government is only doing this to stop the students from being lazy. Why not challenge our lives with more than 150 minutes per week? It is essential to exercise everyday in order to maintain a healthy body and prevent gaining extra weights.
Watch this video and you will understand why the government is setting a DPA program.
http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/index.php?rn=222561&cl=11795975&ch=224106
DPA is A-OK !
I think implementing DPA in all schools across BC is an effective strategy to increase daily physical activity in teenagers' lives only if the schools across BC are committed to helping students. Students must be motivated and supported as they try to increase their daily physical activity. Students will definitely learn the benefits of being a healthy student once they do DPA. If a teenager does DPA during his/her adolescence it is more likely that the individual will continue to do so as an adult. However, the majority of students are lazy and have no interest in going out of their way to do 150 minutes of physical activity a week. Once the schools make DPA easy to incorporate into a students' schedule then improvement will surely happen. Although it's difficult for schools to meet the guiding principles of the DPA initiative, it's possible. Daily physical activities should vary in form and intensity, take into account each student's ability, consider resources available within the school and the larger community, and allow for student choice. Each school is expected to cater to every student's ability and liking. I think that once the schools actually meet these guidelines BC students will be participating in DPA. Although 150 minutes a week seems like a lot, it's an easy and doable standard. The idea of increasing daily physical activity in every BC teenagers' life is an optimistic goal.
Friday, January 30, 2009
TIM'S RESPONSE TO THE DPA STRATEGY
Being and staying healthy could always be considered a monumental achievement in a person's lifetime, but so few manage to live up to that goal. Therefore, the government of Canada has chosen to "get them while they're young" by making PE mandatory from grades K-9 with the idea that students will then get thirty minutes of physical activity everyday, five days a week. After grade nine, the DPA program comes into effect and students now have to acquire 150 minutes of physical activity per week either at school or on their own time. This is not an effective way to ensure that students exercise and stay healthy because it is not possible to effectively enforce the DPA policy; the administration cannot determine if the individual is actually actively participating in the sport. Furthermore, forcing a person to do something they do not enjoy seldom wields good results. Anyone could just write that they have been running on their treadmill for 30 minutes each weekday and have their parents sign the piece of paper; there's nothing the school can do about it. Also, when a person is forced to exercise it would not be beneficial because if they don't enjoy it or is not capable of performing it well then they are not really getting healthier. They will simply be doing it idly and staring at the clock, then when time is up they will simply leave. The DPA policy was poorly planned, even more poorly executed, and will not work because it cannot be enforced due to the lack of regulation and the fact that one can't force a person to do something they don't appreciate in a proper manner.
However, health is still of the utmost importance for teenagers, so what should we do encourage exercise? The solution is very simple and effective; the government should make PE a requirement in grades K-12, and have not only teachers helping the students, but also supervisors from the school board. The supervisor would then make suggestions to the PE teacher about which students have not been trying hard enough, and he would have the power to make them run laps for 30 minutes after school. This would discourage students from just hanging around and not doing anything during PE class. Furthermore, the way that students are graded on their physical performance is exceedingly unfair; some people just have more talent in athleticism than others. A mark should be given solely on how much effort is made, nothing else. The one thing that will not be changed is the fact that a certain amount of exercise is still needed in order to graduate. Currently, my personal lifestyle definitely cannot be considered healthy, I lie around all day and I don't attempt to participate in PE class. The only thing that could possibly motivate me to start getting fit would be the strategy I just described, where if one tries hard enough they will get an excellent grade, even if it seems a bit harsh it is for the betterment of all adolescents' health.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Piece of Cake!
The Government’s new strategy to get kids to be more active is an effective way to keep teenagers healthy. How hard would it be to participate in 150 min per week of physical activity? It is a good hobby to develop on, a way to stay connected with your friends and to keep fit! All these reasons are all beneficial to the students. Furthermore, it would help teens to reconnect with the outside world instead of gaming or messaging on their computers. Many teenagers nowadays are spending most of their time on their computers, and are gradually getting less active. Since this new curriculum is mandatory for the students to complete the DPA program in order to graduate, it will definitely help encourage the teens to go out and exercise. There are so many choices of activities for teens to do to stay active and meet their DPA (Daily Physical Activity) requirements such as running, volleyball, basketball, dancing, etc. Not only does exercising more can help make teenagers healthier and active it can also help develop a more optimistic personality. Although some students may be annoyed by the fact they spend time exercising and filling in their sheets, it is not a waste of time at all! The longer you continue to exercise you will notice that it is not a burden to work out and just by participating every week for 150 min, you will see that your health will be greatly improved. It is no hassle, it is easy, and it is nothing but a piece of cake!
Exercising is a hobby.
Just when you think you were about to get out of physical education, the government surprises us with a DPA.
'PE again..?' That's right, in order to keep students healthy and to avoid obesity, the government is making the seniors complete 150 minutes per week of physical activity. I agree that the government should be doing something to make students active again. Because without PE anymore, students would be eating away while slumped in the couch, watching TV 24/7.
But is DPA really an effective way to make students run again? I think not. DPA is no better than taking PE class again. Why do seniors have the privilege to quit PE class, when they have to complete 150 minutes of physical activity? Why not make it mandatory for them to take PE again? There is no difference. In my opinion, PE class and DPA are both ineffective to make students healthy. Students are forced into physical activity in both solutions. They are both ineffective, in PE class- students can be standing around in the corner or following each other, cluttering in the same direction. With DPA, no one really knows if the students completes the minimum time of physical activity, they could easily fake it. I think the reason why there are so many people standing in the corner during PE class is that they don't enjoy playing the sport. Why not do something we actually enjoy? I remember in elementary, the time when i truly get exercise is not during PE, but during recess and lunch, where i could run around freely. In my opinion, exercising doesn't have to be a sport. Exercising can be dancing, biking, power walking, doing yoga or ,even as Eleanore mentioned, shopping. I remember every year in PE class, all the time I'm just waiting to begin a certain sport, and i could care less for the others. Schools should create more courses where students could enjoy their hobbies. We already have a basketball course as an election, why not one for volleyball or badminton too? Other schools have swimming teams, why don't we have one too? Also, why not set up some more activities to do during the lunch hours? Not only are you exercising, but you can shake off some pounds after a fat, greasy lunch. I believe with more varieties, it would be more effective and interesting for one to participate in. Exercising doesn't have to be a course you are forced to take in school, it's a hobby.
'PE again..?' That's right, in order to keep students healthy and to avoid obesity, the government is making the seniors complete 150 minutes per week of physical activity. I agree that the government should be doing something to make students active again. Because without PE anymore, students would be eating away while slumped in the couch, watching TV 24/7.
But is DPA really an effective way to make students run again? I think not. DPA is no better than taking PE class again. Why do seniors have the privilege to quit PE class, when they have to complete 150 minutes of physical activity? Why not make it mandatory for them to take PE again? There is no difference. In my opinion, PE class and DPA are both ineffective to make students healthy. Students are forced into physical activity in both solutions. They are both ineffective, in PE class- students can be standing around in the corner or following each other, cluttering in the same direction. With DPA, no one really knows if the students completes the minimum time of physical activity, they could easily fake it. I think the reason why there are so many people standing in the corner during PE class is that they don't enjoy playing the sport. Why not do something we actually enjoy? I remember in elementary, the time when i truly get exercise is not during PE, but during recess and lunch, where i could run around freely. In my opinion, exercising doesn't have to be a sport. Exercising can be dancing, biking, power walking, doing yoga or ,even as Eleanore mentioned, shopping. I remember every year in PE class, all the time I'm just waiting to begin a certain sport, and i could care less for the others. Schools should create more courses where students could enjoy their hobbies. We already have a basketball course as an election, why not one for volleyball or badminton too? Other schools have swimming teams, why don't we have one too? Also, why not set up some more activities to do during the lunch hours? Not only are you exercising, but you can shake off some pounds after a fat, greasy lunch. I believe with more varieties, it would be more effective and interesting for one to participate in. Exercising doesn't have to be a course you are forced to take in school, it's a hobby.
Monday, January 26, 2009
A Weight Gain Nation?
As the years progress, the younger generation seems to take on a noticeable change. Changing sideways, that is. While the childhood obesity rate has not increased, it has not gone down either, and the government has decided to enforce the Daily Physical Activity program. Its objective is to decrease the obesity rate, and encourage the younger generation to view exercise as a daily part of a healthy life. However, I am not completely satisfied with the way the DPA program works. First of all, it is unreasonable to say that home, lunch, and break activity does not count as physical exercise for students Kindergarten to Grade 9. Just running around or walking, especially for younger students, is an excellent way to achieve the daily amount of exercise needed each day. Regarding 150 minutes a week of exercise for students from Grade 10 to 12, it is also not as effective as it could be. While older students are expected to take more responsibility, they can, and will easily lie about physical activity when it comes to writing a number down on a piece of paper.
There has been talk of making PE a required course for senior students. While the goal is to implement exercise into students' lives, this also is not very effective. I myself understand that many students, especially girls, are not very interested or not as capable in participating in the sports and activities of PE classes. Females in particular will care about their appearance more as they grow older, and will not wish to sweat it out and engage in aggressive 'warfare' with their classmates. There are also males that do not participate in much physical activity. The main point is that even if PE is mandatory for senior students, it doesn't guarantee all students will achieve their needed amount of DPA, especially if they end up standing around in the corner of a playing field. The Alberta Education mentioned that DPA should take into account each student's ability, and allow for student choice. An effective strategy would be to take a school survey of which physical activities students enjoy the best, and also any physical limitations (ie. asthma, disabilities), and then try to incorporate the most popular and efficient activities into the school system. Teachers can even be encouraged to allow for some more physical involvement during in class time. Furthermore, talks should be held to have students be more aware of the damaging effects of obesity. They should be notified that lack of proper physical activity can lead to numerous physical, emotional, and psychological risks. Instead of delivering information to them by reading from a paper, ask them face to face if they want to lead a life controlled by diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol, improper body development, difficulty sleeping, eating disorders (ie. anorexia, bulimia), constant teasing from peers, and even suicidal tendencies. Tell the students that the next time they're tempted to snack on junk food, they should consider exercising for even a short while, instead of satisfying themselves with the latest flavour of chips that will eventually betray their life with a horrible death of strokes, heart disease, or heart failure. For all the people that believe academic education takes first priority, let them know that proper exercise will result in higher success, in school and work. As we all know, success is extremely important in the modern society. Last but not least, parents can take an active part in helping with DPA requirements by limiting technology time (incidentally a good time for snacking), encouraging fun outdoor activities, and stocking up on a variety of healthy but delicious foods. I am aware that I myself need to exercise more, and perhaps my own lifestyle may not be the healthiest. My motivation is that I want to have a healthy, good appearance and a lean body to be confident about. Also, as I get older, I can enjoy the benefits of a healthy life such as being attune to nature while jogging with a dog or friends, and hopefully live a long, satisfying life! The younger generation of our time needs to step away from a weight gaining nation, to ensure they can decrease the amount of junk food to feel the freedom of a healthy life.
There has been talk of making PE a required course for senior students. While the goal is to implement exercise into students' lives, this also is not very effective. I myself understand that many students, especially girls, are not very interested or not as capable in participating in the sports and activities of PE classes. Females in particular will care about their appearance more as they grow older, and will not wish to sweat it out and engage in aggressive 'warfare' with their classmates. There are also males that do not participate in much physical activity. The main point is that even if PE is mandatory for senior students, it doesn't guarantee all students will achieve their needed amount of DPA, especially if they end up standing around in the corner of a playing field. The Alberta Education mentioned that DPA should take into account each student's ability, and allow for student choice. An effective strategy would be to take a school survey of which physical activities students enjoy the best, and also any physical limitations (ie. asthma, disabilities), and then try to incorporate the most popular and efficient activities into the school system. Teachers can even be encouraged to allow for some more physical involvement during in class time. Furthermore, talks should be held to have students be more aware of the damaging effects of obesity. They should be notified that lack of proper physical activity can lead to numerous physical, emotional, and psychological risks. Instead of delivering information to them by reading from a paper, ask them face to face if they want to lead a life controlled by diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol, improper body development, difficulty sleeping, eating disorders (ie. anorexia, bulimia), constant teasing from peers, and even suicidal tendencies. Tell the students that the next time they're tempted to snack on junk food, they should consider exercising for even a short while, instead of satisfying themselves with the latest flavour of chips that will eventually betray their life with a horrible death of strokes, heart disease, or heart failure. For all the people that believe academic education takes first priority, let them know that proper exercise will result in higher success, in school and work. As we all know, success is extremely important in the modern society. Last but not least, parents can take an active part in helping with DPA requirements by limiting technology time (incidentally a good time for snacking), encouraging fun outdoor activities, and stocking up on a variety of healthy but delicious foods. I am aware that I myself need to exercise more, and perhaps my own lifestyle may not be the healthiest. My motivation is that I want to have a healthy, good appearance and a lean body to be confident about. Also, as I get older, I can enjoy the benefits of a healthy life such as being attune to nature while jogging with a dog or friends, and hopefully live a long, satisfying life! The younger generation of our time needs to step away from a weight gaining nation, to ensure they can decrease the amount of junk food to feel the freedom of a healthy life.
UNREALISTIC!
Over the past few years, obesity has increased dramatically due to unhealthy foods and less physical activity. Physical activity and exercise is essential to live a healthy lifestyle. Not only does being overweight effect how people look, it also effects a wide range of physical, emotional, and psychological health issues as stated on kidshealth.org. Being overweight can cause high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma, bone and joint problems, difficulty in sleeping, early puberty, being socially outcasted, being judged, low self-esteem, depression, suicidal thoughts, and lots more. The lives we live in today are far different from before. People nowadays become dependent on technologies to satisfy their everyday needs. Instead of taking up 10 minutes of walking to school in the morning, kids tend to drive to school. Also, teenagers tend to buy fast, greasy food because their cheap, convenient and delicious.
The government has decided to add DPA (daily physical activity) in hopes to reduce the amount of obesity in our society. I personally do not think this is an effective strategy at all. 30 minutes of physical activity for kids kindergarten through grade 9 is nothing. They can complete that during break and lunch. For kids grade 10-12 they are required to complete 150 minutes a week. Kids nowadays can lie or cheat their way out of exercising. It’s their choice if they want to exercise or not, but by forcing them, it wont get them anywhere. Honestly, I think the best way to decrease obesity in our society is to let kids find their own hobby or sport that they enjoy doing, whether it being dancing, golf, badminton, fast-paced walking, or even shopping. Schools should create more clubs for kids to join. Exercise should be a hobby, and not a requirement. Everyone wants to be healthy and looking good. Teenagers need to find it within them to motivate themselves into doing more exercises- to help themselves grow, learn, and stay healthy.
The government has decided to add DPA (daily physical activity) in hopes to reduce the amount of obesity in our society. I personally do not think this is an effective strategy at all. 30 minutes of physical activity for kids kindergarten through grade 9 is nothing. They can complete that during break and lunch. For kids grade 10-12 they are required to complete 150 minutes a week. Kids nowadays can lie or cheat their way out of exercising. It’s their choice if they want to exercise or not, but by forcing them, it wont get them anywhere. Honestly, I think the best way to decrease obesity in our society is to let kids find their own hobby or sport that they enjoy doing, whether it being dancing, golf, badminton, fast-paced walking, or even shopping. Schools should create more clubs for kids to join. Exercise should be a hobby, and not a requirement. Everyone wants to be healthy and looking good. Teenagers need to find it within them to motivate themselves into doing more exercises- to help themselves grow, learn, and stay healthy.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
exercise or technology?
Exercising is one of the most important factors to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Whether it's playing soccer with friends or just walking to school everyday, these type of activities can lead to having a good lifestyle. A decent amount of exercising everyday can help prevent diseases and obesity. More children are becoming obese because of all the technologies that are surrounding them. They are always sitting down and are glued to television or going on msn to chat with friends. Our government seen these poor lifestyles and had finally implemented Daily Physical Activites(DPA) in schools all across British Columbia. I strongly believe that this would help students to become more active and to improve their lifetyles. It will encourage students, or at least they have to, to exercise. Kindergarten to Grade Nine are required to do 30 minutes of exercising during the school days. This mean that they are monitored to exercise because they need to complete it only during school hours. Schools can organize a walk-a-thon or sports day to ensure that students are doing their required exercise time. Senior students are required to do 150 mintues of physical activities but, it can be done in school or outside of school. High schools should make physical education required in grade 11 and 12 to make sure that students are getting the right amount of exercis time. For me, about 20 minutes of exercising everday is very easy to achieve and students should not complain about having to do that. The Ministry of Education is wise to put out this program to ensure students are having a healthy lifestyle. Also, it can help the academic performance of a child because they have a healthier mind and body. Students are to complete the requirements of the DPA in order to graduate; it will certainly help students to exercise more and spend less time on technologies. This program will surely help everyone to have a healthier lifestyle.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Spoken Word Festival
I thought I would let you know about this fabulous event coming up:
It is a Spoken Word presentation by some great artists from around the world. Since you are now on your way to becoming excellent Spoken Word poets yourselves, I thought you may enjoy joining me in attending this event. I am going to attend the Fri. Feb 20th evening. It is in Granville Island.
Also, for those of you interested there is a work shop that you can attend to become even better at acting, presenting and spoken word. There is info on this website and I can provide you with more next class. Click here
It is a Spoken Word presentation by some great artists from around the world. Since you are now on your way to becoming excellent Spoken Word poets yourselves, I thought you may enjoy joining me in attending this event. I am going to attend the Fri. Feb 20th evening. It is in Granville Island.
Also, for those of you interested there is a work shop that you can attend to become even better at acting, presenting and spoken word. There is info on this website and I can provide you with more next class. Click here
Sunday, January 4, 2009
January Question (Due Jan 31)...
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Our next question, based on your input, is...
The government has recently implemented Daily Physical Activity (DPA) in all schools across British Columbia. The model, which is based on the successful Albertan DPA, is supposed to increase students’ physical activity and decrease obesity. It is hoped that DPA will become routine, so individuals will remain active throughout their lives.
If you are unaware, DPA requires each student to participate in 30 minutes of physical activity during the school day for Kindergarten through Grade 9 (not at home, not during lunch or break, but during school hours). It must be every day (so PE would only count on the days you have PE class). Grade ten, eleven and twelve must complete 150 minutes a week (on their own time or at school).
Do you think this is an effective strategy to increase daily physical activity in teenagers’ lives? Why or why not?
If you agree, explain how we could effectively implement DPA in our school system.
If not, think of your own strategy to increase physical activity in teenagers lives. Also, please reflect on your own personal lifestyle and what would motivate you to increase your daily physical activity.
Please review the following sites for more information:
Kids Health
BC Information
Act Now BC
Alberta Model
Our next question, based on your input, is...
The government has recently implemented Daily Physical Activity (DPA) in all schools across British Columbia. The model, which is based on the successful Albertan DPA, is supposed to increase students’ physical activity and decrease obesity. It is hoped that DPA will become routine, so individuals will remain active throughout their lives.
If you are unaware, DPA requires each student to participate in 30 minutes of physical activity during the school day for Kindergarten through Grade 9 (not at home, not during lunch or break, but during school hours). It must be every day (so PE would only count on the days you have PE class). Grade ten, eleven and twelve must complete 150 minutes a week (on their own time or at school).
Do you think this is an effective strategy to increase daily physical activity in teenagers’ lives? Why or why not?
If you agree, explain how we could effectively implement DPA in our school system.
If not, think of your own strategy to increase physical activity in teenagers lives. Also, please reflect on your own personal lifestyle and what would motivate you to increase your daily physical activity.
Please review the following sites for more information:
Kids Health
BC Information
Act Now BC
Alberta Model
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