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This blog is dedicated to examining issues facing the Commonwealth of Kentucky and providing a nonpartisan, family perspective on public policy making. We hope to provide a forum for Kentuckians to review and discuss current legislative actions and the issues such actions are attempting to address. The opinions expressed herein belong solely to the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the University of Kentucky, its affiliates, or its representatives.
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This post is in relation to Senate Bill 17
There have been a number studies whose purpose is to determine if there is a connection between physical activity and student performance. The goal of many of these studies was to determine if increases in physical activity positively impact academic performance. A recent published literature review examined the available research to determine if there were consistent results across studies.
Review results:
- There was a consistent trend throughout the majority of studies that showed some short-term improvements in areas such as concentration.
- Long-term improvements could not be well substantiated.
- More research is recommended in order to determine if there are long-term academic benefits to increased physical activity.
This review offers important insight into the academic benefits of increased physical activity. At the very least, there are some likely short-term improvements. However, more research is needed in order to determine if there are long-term benefits, as well.
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