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Physical Education Matters Now More Than EverOne of your neighbors posted in Kids & Family . Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

The many mental health benefits of natureEven during isolation, it's important to get outside for a mental and physical boost.

Researchers Reveal Kids Who Get More Hugs Have More Developed BrainsHugs are good for your children! They do more than provide comfort. Research reveal that the hug hormone aids brain development.

American Academy Of Pediatrics Recommends Pediatricians Screen Kids For Physical ActivityRegular physical activity promotes good physical and mental health, but only about a quarter of American kids get the recommended amount.

These states are the least physically active, new CDC report says. Where do Pa. and N.J. fall?New Jersey's rate of physical inactivity is second-worst on a scale of one to five.

Being Young, Active and Physically Fit May Be Very Good for Your BrainPhysically fit young adults have healthier white matter in their brains and better thinking skills than young people who are out of shape.

A DAY IN THE LIFE — Physical education instructorEditor’s note: This is part of a weekly series spotlighting various professionals in our community, highlighting the impact of their work. Have an idea for the series? Email sjordan@timesrepublican.com For most people, physical education – P.E. – was a class they either really enjoyed or greatly disliked. For P.E. instructor Matt Butler, who teaches at […]

Research shows that PE in schools can be life-changingUMATILLA COUNTY — School districts around the state are trying their best to keep up with increasing physical education requirements, even if it means playing around in the classroom.

Not Exercising May Be Worse for Your Health Than Smoking, Study SaysDr Wael Jaber, co-author of the study, called the results surprising

The State of Obesity 2018: Better Policies for a Healthier America - tfah

Nutrition is a matter of national security as Orlando military recruiters say obesity rates are on the riseWhile Florida ranks among the top five nationally for the most active and reserve military members as of 2016, Floridians are also becoming increasingly overweight.

Only 23 Percent of Americans Meet National Exercise GuidelinesOnly 23 percent of American adults meet leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) guidelines, according to new research data from the Center for Disease Control's (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics.

Adults need recess too. Here's why you should make time to play.Research has shown that adults, too, have a lot to gain from the act of playing.

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