Keep Moving! Physical activity supports academics and low-cost resources make it possible for any program Sara Goldberg, AmeriCorps Member Hannah Wise, AmeriCorps Member

Hunger More than 1 in 4 children in Ohio hungry or at-risk of hunger 24% of kids in Ohio live in poverty Consequences for children More likely to score lower on achievement tests, display behavioral problems & be tardy or absent from school Promoting Healthy Food and Fitness: Why it Matters

Obesity 1/3 of third graders in Ohio are overweight or obese Consequences for children Health issues– increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems Emotional problems– lower self-esteem, depression, anxiety, OCD Promoting Healthy Food and Fitness: Why it Matters

Fitness Frequency Duration Content Effects on Academics Higher standardized test scores Better behavior Increased concentration

Afterschool: A Unique Environment 1.Serve many children at highest risk for overweight (lower-income, minorities) 2.Reach children who are at an age when they are developing health habits they will carry into adulthood 3.Have a unique opportunity to modify lessons and make learning hands-on and fun 4.Offer a safe and supportive environment for trying new activities and building skills 5.Staff can act as role models to positively influence healthy behaviors 6.Provide healthy meals and snacks to serve as nutritious examples of a healthy diet 7.Provide both structured and unstructured opportunities for physical activity 8.It takes ALL environments to make a difference! Adapted from “Promoting Physical Activity and Healthy Nutrition in Afterschool Settings: Strategies for Program Leaders and Policy Makers” US Department of Health and Human Services, August

Physical Activity Standards 60 minutes or more a day Increases muscle and bone strength Maintains healthy weight Reduces risk of chronic disease No more then 2 hours of inactivity

Physical Activity Guidelines Types of activities Curriculum Evaluation Qualified staff Environment Family, school and community

Staffing Training Funding Overcoming Barriers to Implementing Fitness Activities Afterschool Space Equipment Time

Activity Demonstrations

Rotation Stations Cards with different movements 3-5 kids at each station then rotate Themed stations Jump ropes Basketball Soccer

Rope Ladders Under $12 to make Need rope and 20 feet of PVC Movements require concentration Keep heart rate up Does not require space

Classic Game of Tag No equipment required Keeps them moving Alterations/challenges

Different Types of Tag Stuck in the Mud Rock, Paper Scissors Chain Dragon Tail Requires flags – what else can you use?

Garbage Ball Any equipment you have available Two teams Divide gym in half

Be a role model Integrate physical activity Communicate with families Overcome barriers Conclusion

Coming Soon! To a place hopefully near you! CATCH Trainings! Geared just for afterschool staff! CATCH After School The CATCH Kids Club (CKC) is a physical activity and nutrition education program designed for elementary school-aged children (grades K - 5) in an after- school/summer setting. The CKC program offers an easy- to-use format that both children and staff enjoy, and is ready to implement in the after-school and summer settings.

Resources Ohio Kids on the Move: Physical Activity Guidelines SPARK: Free Webinars the 3 rd Wednesday of every month

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