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Does physical education help kids perform better in school?

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Does physical education help kids perform better in school?

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Physical education does more than boost kids' fitness. It helps them do better in school, says pediatrician Tanya Remer Altmann, MD. Learn 3 tips to help kids stay active, even if physical education isn't part of their school day.

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