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Metzler, Michael W.; McKenzie, Thomas L.; van der Mars, Hans; Barrett-Williams, Shannon L.; Ellis, Rebecca – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 2013
Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs (CSPAP) are designed to provide expanded opportunities for physical activity beyond regularly scheduled physical education time-including before, during, and after school, as well as at home and in the community. While CSPAPs are gaining support, currently there are no models for designing,…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Curriculum, Physical Activities, Physical Activity Level
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McKenzie, Thomas L. – Quest, 2007
Sedentary living is a serious global public health problem that is associated with numerous preventable diseases. Schools are in a position to be the most cost-effective public resource to combat inactivity. In schools physical educators are positioned to be the strongest advocates of a healthy, active lifestyle. To effectively promote physical…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Physical Activities, Public Health, Physical Education Teachers
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Sallis, James F.; McKenzie, Thomas L. – Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 1991
Analyzes contributions physical education makes to child and adult health. Topics discussed are current levels of U.S. children's physical activity; status of elementary physical education programs; health-related physical activity interventions; public health analysis of elementary physical education; and public health role and goal for physical…
Descriptors: Child Health, Elementary Education, Exercise, Health Education