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February 5, 2025
Why Physical Literacy is as Important as Reading and Writing – The Importance of Teaching Children Fundamental Movement Skills

The Importance of Fundamental Movement Skills for Children Fundamental movement skills (FMS) are the basic movements that involve the trunk, legs, arms, hands, and feet, serving as the foundation for more complex movement patterns. These skills are typically categorised into three main groups: locomotor skills, body control skills, and object control skills. Categories of Fundamental […]

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January 8, 2025
Move More, Sit Less: Physical Activity Guidelines for Children

What is Physical Activity? Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement that occurs due to the contraction of skeletal muscle, resulting in energy expenditure (CDC. 2019). Regular physical activity is extremely beneficial for both physical and mental wellbeing. It helps to reduce the likelihood of, and manage noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, diabetes […]

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