The Benefits of Physical Activity
- Physical
- Social & Emotional Well-being
- Mental
- Academic
Read more in THIS STUDY from the National Institute of Health.
Fewer than 1 in 4 students get the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity. Teen girls drop of out of sports at twice the rate of boys, and participation in organized sports has declined. Yet, school-based physical education is the TOP source of youth physical activity.
School-based physical activity solutions have an important impact on the wellness of children! GENYOUth’s programs and partnerships level the playing field for youth and foster connectedness, confidence, and a lifelong love of physical activity and sport.
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NFL FLAG-In-School
Building a foundation of healthy, lifelong physical activity in a non-competitive, character building and inclusive environment, NFL FLAG-In-School is for all students. And kids love it! It’s no surprise that flag football is one the nation’s fastest-growing team sports and will be a featured Olympic sport at the 2028 games in Los Angeles. READ MORE
“NFL FLAG-In-School opens the door of accessibility to all students regardless of gender, age, class, ability, and ethnicity. It provides football for all!”
– Troy Vincent, Sr., NFL Executive VP of Football Operations
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Root4Her
Root4Her addresses the steep decline in girls’ physical activity upon reaching middle and high school. By age 13, girls drop out of sport and physical activity at twice the rate of boys, and the decline is even more dramatic in communities of color.
Based on insights from physical education teachers, counselors, and girls themselves, Root4Her addresses the specific barriers that negatively impact girls’ participation. The program’s equipment, resources, and curriculum motivate girls to step up, fuel their body, and be active!
Curriculum Promotes Girls’ Healthy Habits
- Social & Emotional Well-being
- Nutritional Education
- Physical Activity Strategies
- Community Engagement
Equipment Engages Girls
- Group Fitness Equipment
- Social Engagement Resources
- Interactive Games & Activities
Educators are Rallying for Root4Her!
“My students LOVED your materials! It appeals to all students while focusing on needs of girls.”
– Educator from MA
“I loved the curriculum and its positive messages for girls taking PE. It will help them with many issues they face.”
– Educator from TX