A study by University College London and Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health (ISEH) has shown that more movement activities in classroom help fight obesity in children and improve their health. Reducing sedentary behaviour in classroom has a positive impact on children's weight, regardless of factors llike socio-economic status.According to the most recent estimates (2022-23), 22.7% of Year 6 children in England are obese. This is up from 18.9% in 2012-13.Previous exercise interventions in s...

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