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Solberg, Eileen – Physical Educator, 1988
Appropriate physical conditioning can improve the physical and psychological health of pregnant students, ease delivery, aid recovery, and contribute to fetal health. This article discusses the importance of exercise during pregnancy, effects of exercise on maternal and fetal systems, and outlines precautions and guidelines for an exercise plan.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Exercise, Exercise Physiology, Health Promotion
Spannuth, John – Parks and Recreation, 1989
This article presents an explanation of the benefits of exercises done in the water and describes several water fitness programs implemented by an Oklahoma YMCA center. Water walking is described, and guidelines and cautions are given to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks of this form of exercise. (IAH)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Aquatic Sports, Children
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Dyment, Paul G. – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1989
Discusses controversial issues that have arisen in children's sports, including infant exercise programs, trampolines, amenorrhea in the adolescent athlete, coed contact sports, and sport participation by children with Down Syndrome. Policy statements are included from the American Academy of Pediatrics. (JD)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Downs Syndrome, Exercise Physiology
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McLain, Larry G.; Heldrich, Fred T. – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1990
Presents a case report of a 15-year-old boy with severe hemophilia who played soccer 1 school year but was denied continued participation following another screening examination. Before deciding about participation, physicians must assess the type and severity of hemophilia and risk factors for injury. Appropriate sports for hemophiliacs are…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Athletics, Case Studies, Chronic Illness
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Scherman, Avraham – School Counselor, 1989
Reviews the literature that assesses the effects of physical fitness on the personalities and self-esteem of children. Grouped studies into five categories, based on age and other characteristics of subjects: (1) elementary school age; (2) junior and senior high school age; (3) sports camp participants; (4) a special education group; and (5) a…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Athletics, Elementary Secondary Education, Exercise