Practical Strategies for Promoting Positive Schools environments for everyBODY

Physical, intellectual, mental, health
https://wellness.ucr.edu/seven_dimensions.html

(Modified from Neumark-Sztainer, 2005)

Good intentions can sometimes be harmful
Trim and fit study from Singapore - treating obesity http://pacifichealthsummit.org/downloads/Obesity%20Prevention%20and%20Control%20Efforts%20in%20Singapore%20-%202008%20Case%20Study.pdf

CSEP Canadian Sedentary Behavioural Guidelines
http://www.csep.ca/en/guidelines/get-the-guidelines
Create little active moments within your day.  ex ABC popcorn

Fitness Privilege
There are equal amounts of reasons why people can make an argument why they like physical activity or don't like physical activity.

1. offer choice
2. participate in physical activities to have fun, health, and learning
3. emphasize eating for energy, not weight control
4. intuitive eating : how does food make you feel, how hungry are you, what is satisfying

Schools are not food police
"Full mouse, empty mouse" "Your body is awesome""I like me"

Around the room activity (signs around the room to stand by): How do you feel about your body as a 6yr old, pubescent, 10th yr high school anniversary, and currently.