Grant for Promotion of Physical Education 2011

The Missouri Physical Therapy Association (MPTA) is committed to the promotion of good health habits. Physical activity is an essential element of health, and the development of physical activity habits needs to begin in children and adolescents. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends that “school aged youth participate in 60 minutes or more of moderate to vigorous physical activity that is developmentally appropriate, enjoyable, and involves a variety of activity.”1 Many sources agree that patterns of physical activity developed as a child or adolescent are carried into adulthood.1,2,3

Health benefits from physical activity can include increased strength, improved bone density, increased endurance, improved blood lipid profiles and body composition measures, reduction in injuries, enhanced motor performance, better weight control as well as psychological measures of enhanced self-esteem, improved socialization and decreased mental stress and depression.2,3,4,5,6,7,8

There are additional long-term benefits of physical activity such as reduction in atherosclerotic disease, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, breast cancer, obesity, and diabetes mellitus.1,3,4,5 There is no doubt that physical activity should be a part of our daily lives, so the Missouri Physical Therapy Association is trying to get every body MOVING FORWARD! To support this goal, the MPTA is offering grants to physical education programs in schools. Eligible schools are invited to request grant funding ($1000) to purchase equipment that will provide physical activity opportunities for all children and promote a life-long commitment to fitness.

To contact us:

Missouri Physical Therapy Association
205 E Capitol Ave, Suite 100
Jefferson City, Missouri 65101

Phone: 573-556-6730
Fax: 573-556-6731
Toll free: 888-222-

Application Deadline APRIL 1, 2011

About the MPTA Physical Activity Grant - PDF

Grant for Promotion of Physical Education 2011 - Microsoft Word