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Educating the Student Body
research is needed on how policies impact school practices, but existing 
evidence provides some support that strong state laws and local policies are 
more effective than weak ones.
Conclusion
The implementation of strong state laws and local policies and envi-
ronmental interventions can be effective in increasing both the number of 
minutes of recess provided and physical activity during recess. Evidence 
shows that recess can provide another school-based opportunity in addition 
to physical education to increase physical activity in youth. Recess also is 
associated with improved classroom behavior. It is important to note that 
the primary focus of recess is to help youth develop social and emotional