ENHANCING PHYSICAL FITNESS PARAMETERS IN CHILDREN AGED 10–12 THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ATHLETICS-BASED GAMES
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Athletics-based games, physical fitness, children aged 10–12, school physical education, motor development, speed, muscular strength, agility, endurance, explosive power, game-based learning, physical literacy, early adolescence.Abstract
This study investigated the effectiveness of athletics-based games in improving physical fitness parameters among children aged 10–12. These findings indicate that integrating athletics-based games into physical education can effectively enhance physical development and promote sustained engagement in physical activity among school-aged children.The study also provides practical recommendations for incorporating structured, game-oriented athletics activities into primary school curricula.
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