America’s battle with the bulge has been subverted by many schools reducing or eliminating daily student recesses to increase time on academics.
Hey, it isn’t as if students get plenty of physical exercise away from school. Most of them spend their leisure time watching television or playing video games.
Research shows regular exercise improves health, behavior and concentration. Regular exercise is essential for physical and social development, according to childhood experts.
Mandatory workplace breaks are required by state and federal labor laws. Breaks should be required in schools as well. (1 AUGUST 2004)
