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Pedometer Challenge Day

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Young scholars participate in a pedometer challenge as part of their ongoing physical education program. They use the pedometers to measure the number of steps they take over a given amount of time. They are encouraged to set improvement goals.

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fitness

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fitness, pedoeter, Physical Education, health
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3rd - 5th
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Health
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