Academic Discussion · Set 14

Your professor is teaching a class on health and lifestyle. Write a post responding to the professor's question. Contribute your own opinion and reasons, and add to the discussion.

Professor Ivanov: Some experts argue that schools should require students to do at least one hour of physical activity every day. Do you agree that daily exercise should be required in schools? Why or why not?

Student (Grace): I agree. Regular exercise improves health, helps students concentrate, and reduces stress. For example, after our school added a short exercise break, teachers noticed students paying attention longer during afternoon classes.

Student (Hassan): I'm not sure it should be required. Some students are very busy with studies, and forcing exercise might make them dislike it. Maybe it should be encouraged instead. For example, a friend who already trains for competitive swimming outside school found the extra required activity exhausting rather than helpful.

Write a response of at least 100 words. State your position clearly, give reasons and an example, and refer to a classmate's point where relevant.