WAYS TO INCREASE THE LEVEL OF HEALTH AND PHYSICAL FITNESS OF SCHOOLCHILDREN

Abstract

The article is devoted to the main ways to improve the health and physical fitness of schoolchildren, which include a comprehensive approach to the organization of physical education and health activities in secondary education institutions. The authors emphasize the need to integrate modern methods of physical education that take into account the interests and physical capabilities of pupils.Among such approaches are: the use of interactive teaching methods, the introduction of game and competitive elements, as well as the individualization of educational programs. An important issue is the motivation of schoolchildren to regular physical activity through the creation of a positive environment for sports.In fact, special attention is paid to the development of extracurricular physical education and health activities, in particular the organization of sports sections, hiking trips, mass physical education events, which contribute not only to improving physical fitness, but also to the development of communication skills and social activity of schoolchildren. An important factor in success is the involvement of the family in the process of physical education, since family traditions of a healthy lifestyle significantly affect the formation of appropriate habits in children and adolescents.The article emphasizes the importance of medical and preventive measures aimed at preventing diseases and maintaining the optimal level of physical condition of pupils. Regular medical examinations, diagnostics of physical development and correction of loads in accordance with the state of health are an integral part of the youth health care system. The authors also justify the need to improve the qualifications of pedagogical workers in the field of physical education, which will allow for the effective implementation of modern approaches to the organization of physical education and health work. It is important to provide secondary education institutions with modern sports equipment and create appropriate conditions for physical education.Improving the level of health and physical fitness of pupils is a multifaceted task that requires joint efforts of teaching staff, medical workers, parents and the pupils themselves. The implementation of the proposed methods will not only improve the physical condition of youth, but will also contribute to the formation of a value-based attitude towards health as the basis of a successful life.