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BOX 7-4 
Examples of Promising Programs for Increasing 
Classroom Physical Activity
TAKE 10!
“is an evidence-based program that integrates physical activ-
ity, nutrition, and health concepts with academic lessons in elementary 
school classrooms, positively impacting both teachers and students. This 
program is effective in increasing physical activity levels in K-5th grade 
children” (Kibbe et al., 2011; http://www.take10.net [accessed February 
1, 2013]).
Energizers
are “classroom based physical activities that help 
teachers integrate physical activity with academic concepts”(http://
www. eatsmartmovemorenc.com/Energizers/Elementary.html [accessed 
February 1, 2013]). In a 12-week study of 62 3rd and 4th graders at 
Grifton Elementary School, a team of East Carolina University researchers 
found that children were more attentive and on task after participating 
in physical activity (Mahar et al., 2006).