Social-Emotional Learning ^Extra-curricular/At-Home All Ages Strategy
Skills
Anxiety
Self-regulation
Attention
Regular Exercise for Mental and Physical Health
For all students, particularly those who struggle with anxiety, mood disorders or attention
How To Apply It!
Doctors typically recommend exercising at least three times per week for 20+ minutes, though specific recommendations vary.
Benefits to the body include greater endurance, strength and flexibility, better sleep, more control of body fat and less risk of unhealthy extra weight etc.
Benefits to learning include greater attention, more effective consolidation of knowledge, and creative thinking.
Exercise helps improve mood, since exercise has a positive effect on neurotransmitters and endorphin levels. While this helps everyone, children prone to depression and/or anxiety are sure to benefit. Regular exercise helps the body manage stress more effectively, making children less prone to elevated heart rate and blood pressure.
Parents play a key role in helping children find opportunities to exercise in ways they enjoy so they will engage on a regular and ongoing basis.
Why It Works (the Science Of Learning)!
There is extensive research on the multiple benefits of regular exercise. You can learn more by reading up on health and nutrition.