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Mr. Pruneda from Toppenish, WA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Importance of Strength Training for Children

Help me give my students access to weightlifting equipment so that they can build discipline for a healthy future.

  • $642 goal

This project expired on June 26, 2024.

This project expired on June 26, 2024.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

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Strength training, often associated with adult fitness, is gaining recognition as a beneficial activity for children as well. While concerns about stunted growth or injury risk once dominated discussions, contemporary research suggests that when done appropriately, strength training offers numerous physical and psychological benefits to children.

Strength training promotes the development of strong bones, muscles, and joints in children.

It enhances their muscular strength and endurance, leading to better physical performance in various activities, from sports to daily tasks. Engaging in strength exercises also aids in maintaining a healthy body weight by increasing metabolism and promoting fat loss. Furthermore, it reduces the risk of injury during physical activities by improving coordination, balance, and stability.

Establishing healthy habits early in life can have profound implications for long-term health. Children who engage in regular strength training are likely to carry these habits into adulthood, reducing their risk of chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and osteoporosis. By laying a foundation of physical fitness during childhood, individuals are better equipped to lead active and healthy lifestyles throughout their lives.

Strength training not only strengthens the body but also the mind. It fosters discipline, perseverance, and self-confidence in children as they set goals and work towards achieving them. Success in strength exercises boosts self-esteem and self-efficacy, instilling a sense of accomplishment and empowerment. Additionally, physical activity, including strength training, has been linked to improved mood and reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression in children, promoting overall mental well-being.

Mr. Pruneda Lincoln Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

280 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
JFIT Dumbbell Hand Weight Pairs and Sets – Neoprene and Vinyl Dumbbell Pairs Options or 7 Neoprene Dumbbell Rack Set Options – Premium Non-Slip, Color Coded Hex Shaped Hand Weights • Amazon Business $144.07 1 $144.07
Black Mountain Products? Resistance Bands; Strong Man Set of 6 • Quill.com $38.99 2 $77.98
Rhino Champion Sports Leather Medicine Ball, 6 Pounds, Yellow/White - Middle-High School - Adult - Durability • School Specialty $19.19 3 $57.57
JFIT Dumbbell Hand Weight Pairs and Sets – Neoprene and Vinyl Dumbbell Pairs Options or 7 Neoprene Dumbbell Rack Set Options – Premium Non-Slip, Color Coded Hex Shaped Hand Weights • Amazon Business $52.91 1 $52.91
Rhino Champion Sports Leather Medicine Ball, 4 Pounds, Red/White - Middle-High School - Adult - Durability • School Specialty $17.54 3 $52.62
Lifeline Kettlebell Weight for Whole-Body Strength Training with Kettlebells • Amazon Business $42.45 1 $42.45
Lifeline Kettlebell Weight for Whole-Body Strength Training with Kettlebells • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$457.59

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.02

Sales tax

 $40.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$545.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$96.27

Total project goal

$641.78

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