'A Comparative study of Teachers Perceptions, in Regards to the importance of P.E. in Primary Education'.
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TITLE 'A Comparative study of Teachers Perceptions, in Regards to the importance of P.E. in Primary Education' INTRODUCTION Physical Activity should be a normal part of growing up for young people. Throughout the early years of life, being active plays a key part in young people's physical, social and mental development. A physically active lifestyle has direct and indirect benefits for young people, particularly by, preventing overweight and obesity, helping to build strong bones, healthy joints, and an efficient heart, promoting good mental health, and establishing healthy lifestyles that may be continued into adulthood. Within published literature, there is a strong and growing body of evidence, which indicates that regular physical activity is one of the cornerstones of adult health. The (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 1996) claim that 'physical activity reduces morbidity and mortality from many of the leading causes of ill health, notably coronary heart disease, as well...

