Getting schoolchildren to walk or run a mile every day increases their physical fitness, but there is little evidence it improves academic performance 🚶♂️🚶♂️🏃♀️🏃♀️
There was also some evidence that it improved children's wellbeing and self-esteem.
If children took part in the daily mile over a long period, there was also some evidence that it could improve "cognitive function" - things like thinking, reasoning and problem solving.But the researchers said that "whilst initial results are promising, the long-term benefits are unclear" and more studies were needed into how the daily mile might benefit thinking skills.
"We know that exercise, physical activity and running is good for you - this review is about the daily mile specifically," he said. Pupils in Mount St Michael's Primary School in Randalstown, County Antrim, have been taking part in the daily mile for a number of years.
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