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Introduction
Two
major influences have provided the catalyst for the production of
Tacklesport's Fitness & Health software resource:
In 2002 'Increasing the emphasis on fitness, health and well-being
in key stage 4' was written in consultation with leaders in health-education,
secondary PE teachers, head teachers and members of the PE subject
community.
Two years later the report 'Storing up Problems - the Medical Case
for a Slimmer Nation' was written and aimed at all stakeholders
including government, local authorities, health professionals, educators,
food manufacturers, food retailers, advertisers and the public.
It warned that being overweight restricts body activity, damages
health and shortens life; and it harms self-esteem and social life.
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The
report's recommendations apply to all age groups from childhood
to old age.Action needs to be taken at all levels; schools should
not only promote healthy eating and increased physical activity,
but also understand and show awareness of the social and cultural
issues that have led to the increase in obese and overweight individuals.
Aims
This resource therefore aims to provide teachers and pupils with:
1. Background information and lesson ideas for the integrated delivery
of knowledge and understanding of fitness and health in and through
physical education lessons.
2. A learner centred approach that promotes individual responsibility
and informed choice.
The resource itself is not the answer to promoting Fitness and Health
or well-being. It is not the nations solution to the obesity problem.
It is, however a tool, which can be used to enhance pupils' knowledge
and understanding in this important aspect.
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