DEVELOPING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AMONG SCHOOL-AGE STUDENTS THROUGH PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES

Abstract

The formation of a healthy lifestyle among school-age students is one of the key priorities of modern education systems. Physical education plays a significant role in promoting physical health, psychological well-being, and positive behavioral habits among children and adolescents. This article examines the role of physical education classes in developing a healthy lifestyle among school-age students. The study analyzes the pedagogical, physiological, and social aspects of physical education and their influence on students’ physical activity levels, health awareness, and lifestyle choices. The findings emphasize that systematic and well-organized physical education classes contribute to the development of motor skills, prevention of sedentary behavior, and formation of lifelong healthy habits. The article also highlights the importance of integrating health-oriented approaches into school physical education curricula and provides practical recommendations for educators.