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Nutrition & Fitness: After School Programs

Experience the importance of regular physical activity and eating healthy. Activities are divided under each topic area designed to present health education information within specified time frames while following national education standards.

Nutrition & Fitness: After School Programs

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Elementary School

It's food & fitness field day at school! Zelda, the nutrition expert, and Heart along with some other familiar faces help 4th, 5th, and 6th graders learn the importance of regular physical activity and eating healthy. Through the 10 activities (including pre and post tests), students will work their way around the track and field to achieve a healthy lifestyle!

*This e-Learning Kit was supported by Grant Number H75/CCH324855-01 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Middle School

The human body is an amazing machine that if properly maintained, will go a long way. “Fuel Your Performance” will put your students in the driver’s seat to help them find out just how important nutrition and physical activity are to keep their bodies performing their best.

High School

Finding time for school, work, family and friends may seem like a juggling act for most teens, but finding balance doesn’t have to be. “What’s Your Balance?” empowers teens with the knowledge to incorporate a healthy diet and regular activity into their schedules making it a reality. Students will learn the importance of nutrition and physical activity to boost their overall wellness.

nrg Powered by Choice™: Grades 7-12

Developed by teens for teens, the nrg Powered by Choice™ cause campaign provides the tools and motivation teens need to create and lead change that supports nutrition and physical activity balance in their schools and communities. Students will channel their creative energy into a positive outlet for leading healthy changes in themselves, their school, and community in this cause campaign activity. Get ready to Own the message, Spread it, and make a Change.


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Pedometers encourage people to walk throughout their day. Do you ever wear a pedometer to track your mileage?