Promoting Active Lifestyles in Schools

Promoting Active Lifestyles in Schools presents a holistic perspective on physical activity, exposing teachers to a broad spectrum of curricular and noncurricular opportunities to enhance their pupils’ engagement with physical activity, as well as the tools and resources to do it. Through its research-informed, evidence-based practices built on health-related studies from around the world, this book will help teachers broaden their physical activity promotion in school-based environments. Promoting Active Lifestyles in Schools offers the following: • Tried-and-true practical learning activities that help pupils of all ages lead healthy, active lifestyles • Clear explanations of the current thinking and evidence underpinning the practical ideas and activities, helping teachers fully grasp the content and depth of the material • Developmentally appropriate procedures to monitor children’s health, activity and fitness in school, both as individuals and within a cohort • Best practices, illustrated through a diverse range of case studies, to help teachers connect with the information and help their pupils apply it in real life The practical ideas and activities in Promoting Active Lifestyles in Schools will help teachers make a positive difference in the health, well-being and quality of life of their pupils by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, competence and confidence to engage in physically active lifestyles. Schools can use this book to incorporate this important element into the curriculum in a planned and progressive manner that is accessible to all pupils.