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[Physiology First] A Curriculum for Mental and Physical Health w/ David Bidler, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #765

Sep 18, 2024

David Bidler, President of Physiology First, leads a conversation with health education advocates Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash. They discuss the urgent necessity of combining mental and physical health in education. Topics include the empowering role of physical activity in alleviating anxiety, innovative strategies for engaging youth in health education, and redefining food as fuel for ambitions. The guests share inspiring stories and practical techniques to cultivate resilience in young people, emphasizing a holistic approach to wellness.

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Programs like Physiology First strive to teach children about nutrition and exercise, empowering them to make informed health choices.

Integrating physical and mental health education is crucial in addressing rising youth mental health issues through a holistic approach.

Experiential learning activities such as strength training and breath work engage students in real-life scenarios to manage stress and anxiety.

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Building Healthy Habits in Children

There is a critical need for developing healthy habits in children, particularly in light of the rising health issues they face today. Many kids lack the basic knowledge of how to maintain physical and mental well-being by the time they reach adulthood. Programs like Physiology First focus on teaching children about nutritious eating, effective workout routines, and the benefits of physical activities like cold exposure and sauna use. This proactive approach aims to empower children with the understanding and tools necessary to make healthy choices as they transition into adulthood.

Intro

4min

Mind-Body Connections: Exploring Health Through Movement

7min

Perception of Anxiety and Educational Strategies for Youth

5min

Engaging Kids in Physical Health Education

4min

Empowering Youth Through Physiological Awareness

26min

Fueling Ambitions: A New Approach to Health in Education

5min

Prioritizing Health in Education

5min

Reflections on Health Education and Parenting

2min

David Bidler is the President of Physiology First-an organization dedicated to teaching the science of health and human potential to youth and families around the world.

Through partnerships with schools, free programs for youth, and the online Physiology First University platform David and his team are dedicated to creating a revolution in health education for the next generation.

Physiology First built their flagship campus for community health and fitness education in Freeport, Maine in 2019. Physiology First is preparing to launch their next campus in the town of Sale, U.K on September 7th!

David and his team are training coaches, educators, and healthcare leaders around the world through the Physiology First Certification Program to bring the Physiology First Approach to their communities!

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