Chinese cities increase class breaks and daily physical activity in schools to boost student fitness.
Chinese schools in cities like Beijing, Tianjin, and Qingdao have increased class breaks from 10 to 15 minutes to promote outdoor activities and ensure students engage in at least 30 minutes of daily exercise. In Wuxi, schools have mandated one physical education class daily and at least 100 minutes of physical activity on campus. These changes aim to enhance students' fitness, with Qingdao reporting a 10 percentage point rise in "excellent" or "good" fitness ratings.
September 20, 2024
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