One thing that stood out to me in your comments was the “new equipment”. I can’t tell you how thrilled I am that you are enjoying it! I was also impressed by your comments concerning obesity. Many of you believe something should be done to stop it and I could not agree with you more. Did you realize that YOU are the most powerful player in the fight against obesity?
The prevalence of obesity in our country can be attributed to a combination of lack of exercise and poor diet (or eating habits). And this is the part where you need to take control of your health. Be active! Get up and move around. Instead of playing games on the computer or watching TV when you go home after school, get up and do something.
Not certain where to start? Take this quick activity quiz for some ideas that ‘fit’ your personality. There are an unlimited number of ways in which you can be active. You don’t need a gym full of “new equipment” (but it certainly doesn’t hurt!).
There are tons of things that I enjoy doing to be active. Like using the elliptical at the gym, riding my bike, playing golf and even taking my dog for a walk. Actually, my dog takes me for a walk! Either way, it is good for both of us.
Now it’s your turn…
What moves you?
What do you do to be active?
Do you have any favorite games that get you moving?
What a great post Ms. Roper! I agree with you and your students that obesity is a huge problem in our country. Did you know that Georgia is the "fattest" state in the U.S.? And some counties are still cutting PE programs!
Well, I definately love to be active too. My favorite sports are softball and tennis. I recently joined a tennis team, and we play on Sunday afternoons. Unfortunately, I haven't played golf since Chloe was born, but I hope to get back swinging soon. Another one of my all time favorites is water skiing!
Posted by: Mrs. Meeler | March 16, 2005 at 11:21 AM
I'm ative every day playing with my dog.
Posted by: jason | March 17, 2005 at 01:26 PM
I am an active person. One thing ,or person ,really makes me active.My brother is enough excersize for me!
Posted by: kassandra | March 17, 2005 at 02:11 PM
This topic is a thing that should be talked about. I think child obesady should be delt with.
Posted by: paige | March 17, 2005 at 02:12 PM
Dear MS.ROOPER SO you what to known what move me . Muise,moves me.
Posted by: mark | March 17, 2005 at 02:15 PM
it was oustanding! I agree with your speech so much!I love to exersize!
Posted by: mcosi | March 17, 2005 at 02:17 PM
Ms.Roper I love to exersize it's fun. Some people think it's nasty & you get sweedy & smell.But I don't care.So keep exersizing.
Posted by: erica | March 29, 2005 at 12:38 PM
Ms. Roper,
Great teachers like you move me! I love this website and will send it to everyone I know.
Bryan
Posted by: Bryan | April 22, 2005 at 08:21 AM
DEAR MRS.Hoppor yeah i love excerise i exercise every day It 's fun. I play, I run in P.E.I do relace race. Will bye
brineisha hill
Posted by: brineisha | April 28, 2005 at 01:09 PM
DEAR MS. Roper. DO you want to know what moves me. IT is music . thanks for asking everybody.
Posted by: mark | April 28, 2005 at 01:45 PM
Mrs. Roper
Thank you for letting us have field day. I bet everybody thinks that is the best thing about school.
Posted by: rubi | May 12, 2005 at 01:53 PM