It’s no secret that childhood obesity is a big problem in the U.S.; according to the CDC, over 17 percent of children ages 2 to 19 are obese. With the nation’s obesity rates still alarmingly high, physical education in schools is as important as ever.
In fact, physical education doesn’t just combat obesity, it can help children become better learners, too. In a study reported on by the New York Times, researchers found that children who were in good aerobic condition were better able to recall difficult learning than children who were less physically fit.
