The impact of sports and recreation activities on the physical development and health of schoolchildren and students

The article explores the scientific viewpoints on the contribution and benefits of sports and recreation activities in educational institutions for every schoolchild or student. At the time of the coronavirus and digitalization, any form of physical activity is helpful for people of all ages, including schoolchildren and students. As this study demonstrates, every form of physical activity helps to strengthen the body and improve academic performance. Furthermore, the authors have shown that sports and recreation activities in educational institutions at the school and university stages contribute to the improvement of students' health, as well as their physical and psychological development.