A Controlled Trial of a Physical Fitness Program for Fifth Grade Students.

Duncan, Burris W.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ287557

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Publication Date: 1983

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A Controlled Trial of a Physical Fitness Program for Fifth Grade Students.

Duncan, Burris W.; And Others

Journal of School Health, v53 n8 p467-71 Oct 1983

The relative effectiveness of a structured physical fitness program for fifth-grade students was compared with the effectiveness of the customary physical education activities. Students in the structured exercise program showed significant improvement in flexibility, strength, and endurance, and maintained gains during the summer. (Author/PP)

Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Exercise, Grade 5, Intermediate Grades, Muscular Strength, Physical Activity Level, Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Program Attitudes, Program Effectiveness, Student Improvement

Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative; Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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