Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government is accelerating the construction of a strong education system during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, with a focus on enhancing students' physical and mental health through increased physical education and sports activities [3][5]. Group 1: Policy Implementation - The "Student Physical Fitness Strengthening Plan" has been implemented, requiring schools to increase physical education classes and extend break times for physical activities [3]. - The policy mandates that students engage in a minimum of 2 hours of comprehensive physical activities daily, a significant increase from the previous requirement of 1 hour [5]. - Various provinces have adopted measures to meet the 2-hour requirement, including daily physical education classes and extended break times [5]. Group 2: Current Status of Student Health - The overall health level of middle and primary school students has shown a steady improvement in recent years [4]. - The emphasis on physical activities is expected to reduce issues such as myopia and obesity among students [5][6]. Group 3: Challenges in Implementation - There is a significant shortage of physical education teachers, with only 47.5 thousand dedicated teachers for physical education compared to 226.2 thousand for Chinese language [7]. - Many schools face structural shortages of physical education teachers, leading to a high teaching load for existing staff [7]. - The Ministry of Education has issued guidelines to address the shortage of physical education teachers and improve recruitment strategies [8]. Group 4: Safety Concerns - Safety concerns during physical activities have led some schools to limit student participation due to fear of injuries and potential legal issues [9]. - Policies are being developed to enhance safety measures, including emergency response plans and regular safety checks of facilities [9]. - There is a growing consensus among parents and schools that prioritizing student health is essential, even if minor injuries occur [9].