physical activity that children can make a child's achievement

In this latest study, researchers from the VU University Medical Center in Amsterdam combines the results of previous studies from North America and South Africa, including approximately 55 000 children aged 6 to 18 years. In the so-called 'systematic reviews' top-14 study, the researchers found a link between physical activity and the development of academic performance. "Based on the results of our study, we can conclude that physically active beneficial to academic performance," said Amrika Singh, chairman of the researcher team. Amika Singh, said there might be a biological explanation for linking physical activity with achievement in school. "First, a physiological explanation, such as if more and more blood flow, the more oxygen to the brain. Physically active means more production of hormones such as endorphins. Endorphins reduce stress levels and feeling better, which means our performance is also better, "he said.

In addition, for those of physical activity exercise regularly, learn the rules and how to follow it can improve behavior and concentration in class. Due to various differences between these studies, according to Singh, it is impossible to know whether the frequency or type of activity affect the extent to which many academic improvement. But, in terms of these general findings, that children who are physically active may be great achievements, Singh said that educators should consider before reducing the fitness programs in schools. Amike Singh article on the relationship between physical activity and school performance published in the journal "Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine."