Jump Rope For Heart

What is Jump Rope For Heart?
Jump Rope For Heart is a rope-jumping special event that...

* was developed in 1978 by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)

* has raised more than $327 million for cardiovascular research and education programs.

* offers students, your school and the community many benefits by engaging school-age children in community service while promoting the benefits of lifelong heart-healthy lifestyles.

* is a lot of fun and a win-win for everyone!

 

Why Jump Rope For Heart Is So Important!
Heart disease is the nation's number 1 killer; stroke is the number 3 killer and is also a leading cause of serious disability.  Every year, more than 950,000 Americans die from cardiovascular diseases and stroke.  That's nearly 42 percent of all deaths.

These diseases may remain critical problems in the future because of poor lifestyle habits among American adults and children.  For example, only 1 of 10 Americans participates in 30 minutes or more of vigorous activity every day. In addition...

* Many studies show that up to 1/3 of our children are obese.

* 4 million children have above-normal blood pressure.

* 27 million children have high cholesterol.

* About 9 million children are exposed to secondhand smoke every day by a family member who smokes.  About 3,000 young people start smoking every day.

 

Jump Rope For Heart
* Develops rope-jumping skills that are fun for everyone!

* Promotes the value of physical activity to students while they participate in a team or cooperative effort

* Increases understanding of the seriousness of heart disease and stroke and the lifelong health benefits of physical activity and a heart-healthy lefestyle.

* Teaches students to set and achieve goals, and discover that they can make a difference.

* Builds character through the spirit of volunteerism and community service.

 

How Students Participate In Jump Rope For Heart
Jump Rope For Heart is designed primarily for elementary for elementary school students.  The event is flexible and can be tailored to various environments, skill levels and abilities.  In Jump Rope For Heart, boys and girls of all skill levels...

* get permission from their parents or guardians to participate in a rope-jumping, fund-raising event.

* practice rope-jumping skills and learn exciting individual and team routines.

* set and achieve goals while learning about and performing responsible community service.

* raise funds from family and friends for American Heart Association research and education programs while increasing awareness of heart disease and stroke.

* receive thank you gifts based upon the amount of money they raise.

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