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Schools can choose their activity, from walking or jogging to martial arts or dancing. Students typically exercise for 15 to 45 minutes following an educational component. In the past, schools have incorporated celebrity guest speakers or used music in their Project ACES activities. The program has been recognized by a number of U. As the time zones change, this chain of local events creates a global wave of exercise. Federal physical activity guidelines recommend children and adolescents engage in 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per day.

Project ACES helps children reach this goal from activities ranging from running to sports and games. Teachers can also make physical activity a priority throughout the year by creating a Project ACES Club at their school to teach and learn healthy lifestyle food and exercise choices. Learn how to set up an event at your school, club, or organization.

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Reports from leading organizations around the world are reporting that the current generation of children may be the first generation whose life expectancy could be shorter than their parents.

The American Heart Association AHA is now stating that 25 million children and adolescents age in the United States are overweight or obese - that's nearly 1 in 3 American children.

The AHA has also stated that "Most overweight children have at least one major physiological risk factor besides overweight for cardiovascular disease, such as high cholesterol, high triglycerides, high insulin or high blood pressure. Some schools have the student body go to the gym and do aerobics and calisthenics. Another option if it rains is to pump music over the PA system, and have the classes exercise in their classrooms. Invite the local media to cover the event.

The children will love to see themselves in the newspapers or on TV. This is not just an activity for the elementary schools. There have been middle, junior and senior high schools that have participated in ACES over the past years. Be creative and encourage all of your staff to get involved. You will be surprised at the great activities some classes come up with. The main idea is to focus on fitness and fun.

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