Abstract
Being healthy and physically active is important in combating hypokinetic diseases and certain types of cancer (United States Department of Health and Human Services USDHHS, 1996-present). We can now add to the long list of benefits of physical activity; increased cognition, focus, and overall readiness to learn. According to Ratey, (2008) exercise is like “Miracle Grow” for the brain. Researchers suggest that what we now call thinking is really, evolutionary internalization of movement and that play helps shape the brain, opens imagination, and invigorates the spirit (Blaydes, 2000; Jensen, 2000; Lengel & Kuczala, 2010). This information is old news that is being revisited by leaders in the field of education and neuroscience, and rightfully so. The purpose of the Compass initiative is to navigate Health and Physical Literacy throughout the Lifespan in order to help children, adults, and seniors understand and be able to feel comfortable using the powerful tool of movement to enhance their overall health and physical literacy.
Presenters
Carol M CiottoAssistant Dean of Accreditation and Partnerships, School of Education and Professional Studies, Central CT State University, Connecticut, United States Marybeth Fede
Supervisor of student teachers, Health & Movement Science Teacher Preparation, Professor, Southern Connecticut State University, Connecticut, United States
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Presentation Type
Theme
Medical Perspectives on Aging, Health, Wellness
KEYWORDS
HEALTH, PHYSICAL LITERACY, MIND BODY CONNECTION, EDUCATION, NUEROSCIENCE, EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION
