Discussion Post #1

In this post, I will be replying to Sadeem’s blog.

Sadeem discusses how the learning environment students are exposed to is critical for shaping their aspirations and relationships going forward. I agree with this idea and think that by making a school environment where students are pushed to participate in healthy mental and physical activities from a young age, they will be more likely to continue as adults. Additionally, Sadeem mentions that she was surprised by the long-term effects of sedentary behaviour. I was also shocked at this and I feel these long-term effects such as diabetes and heart disease are not talked about enough given the severity. To make changes, schools and cities should create campaigns advocating against sedentary behaviour similar to that done for tobacco and alcohol.