Next, lack of physical activity and sedentary lifestyles are contributing to the upsurge in childhood obesity. Weight gain starts when more energy is consumed from either overeating or increased caloric intake than is burned off (Nemet, 2015). Many American children are addicted to some form of electronic gadget which varies from the television (TV), to video games and/or the internet. Due to this, they no longer participate in physical activities and spend most of their free time sitting or lying down.
The medical field recognizes the decline of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in the pediatric population as exercise deficit disorder (EDD). Studies have proven that children who spend more time in a sedentary state will have increased …show more content…
Some experts believe that the attention should be more on academics. There are intellects who argue that if education policies turn its focus towards physical education, it will encumber academic goals set for each grade. The argument presented by Driscoll and Ginsburg (2015), points out that while overweight students will benefit from PE throughout the school day, other students will be negatively affected by policies promoting a “one-size-fits all” student body population. For example, if a high school student who is college bound earns a low score for gym; it may lower their ranking and their chances of being admitted to the college of their choice. So, the emphasis should not be placed on increasing physical activity in the school day, but with education on the benefits of healthier food choices. Also, according to Driscoll and Ginsburg (2015), academics in the United States are taking a backseat to physical education while countries who do not emphasis PE, are excelling in science, math, and …show more content…
This is caused by prevailing factors such as - poor food selections, lack of physical exercise and sedentary lifestyles. Obesity can be prevented by early intervention during the child’s developing years if parents become more involved in their children lives and become good role models. This can be accomplished if parents make it their priority to learn about healthier lifestyle choices and methods to reduce the risk of childhood obesity. Poor food choices by parents and children are creating a negative effect towards weight management. Advertisements of sodas and other high sugar content drinks often target children and succeed at enticing them to buy these products. The data shows that about 80% of young children and adolescents consume these drinks daily (CDC, 2015). Fast food chains are serving high fat and unhealthy meals that cost less but lack nutritional benefits. Insufficient physical activity and increased sedentary lifestyles are contributing to childhood obesity. While children are taking in more calories they are not working off the excess energy intake. Television, video games, and the internet are increasing children sit down time and putting them at risk. Schools can play an active role in children’s education on the need to remain active by designing PE programs that embrace all children to help them achieve their goals both academically and physically. Incorporating physical education and
The medical field recognizes the decline of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in the pediatric population as exercise deficit disorder (EDD). Studies have proven that children who spend more time in a sedentary state will have increased …show more content…
Some experts believe that the attention should be more on academics. There are intellects who argue that if education policies turn its focus towards physical education, it will encumber academic goals set for each grade. The argument presented by Driscoll and Ginsburg (2015), points out that while overweight students will benefit from PE throughout the school day, other students will be negatively affected by policies promoting a “one-size-fits all” student body population. For example, if a high school student who is college bound earns a low score for gym; it may lower their ranking and their chances of being admitted to the college of their choice. So, the emphasis should not be placed on increasing physical activity in the school day, but with education on the benefits of healthier food choices. Also, according to Driscoll and Ginsburg (2015), academics in the United States are taking a backseat to physical education while countries who do not emphasis PE, are excelling in science, math, and …show more content…
This is caused by prevailing factors such as - poor food selections, lack of physical exercise and sedentary lifestyles. Obesity can be prevented by early intervention during the child’s developing years if parents become more involved in their children lives and become good role models. This can be accomplished if parents make it their priority to learn about healthier lifestyle choices and methods to reduce the risk of childhood obesity. Poor food choices by parents and children are creating a negative effect towards weight management. Advertisements of sodas and other high sugar content drinks often target children and succeed at enticing them to buy these products. The data shows that about 80% of young children and adolescents consume these drinks daily (CDC, 2015). Fast food chains are serving high fat and unhealthy meals that cost less but lack nutritional benefits. Insufficient physical activity and increased sedentary lifestyles are contributing to childhood obesity. While children are taking in more calories they are not working off the excess energy intake. Television, video games, and the internet are increasing children sit down time and putting them at risk. Schools can play an active role in children’s education on the need to remain active by designing PE programs that embrace all children to help them achieve their goals both academically and physically. Incorporating physical education and