The Austrian Moving School model: school quality means enabling the children to live out their natural need for exercise
The Austrian Moving School model: school quality means enabling the children to live out their natural need for exercise
Description
This discussion paper has been developed to support the promotion of good musculoskeletal health among children and young people (through physical activity) and contribute to increasing the awareness of the importance of moving. Sitting behaviour established in childhood and adolescence is often retained in adulthood. Numerous adaptations can be made at work to prevent MSDs, but the most effective way is to start early and promote a more physically active lifestyle in childhood.
This discussion paper has been developed to support the promotion of good musculoskeletal health among children and young people (through physical activity) and contribute to increasing the awareness of the importance of moving. Sitting behaviour established in childhood and adolescence is often retained in adulthood. Numerous adaptations can be made at work to prevent MSDs, but the most effective way is to start early and promote a more physically active lifestyle in childhood.
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Hazards
Static postures - sitting
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Upper limb disorders
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Children / schoolchildren
Prevention measures
Simple tips and measures
Exercises
Purpose of the material
General information
Awareness raising
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)