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Olympic medalist, actor become faces of National Sports Day
Discover how Olympic boxer Chen Nien-chin and actor Hsieh Kun-da are promoting exercise as ambassadors for Taiwan’s 2024 National Sports Day. Learn about free access to sports facilities and fitness events across the country in September.2024/08/20 17:10 -
Taiwan’s MOE reforms fitness tests for students
The Ministry of Education’s Sports Administration in Taiwan has announced a significant reform to student fitness assessments. Sit-ups will be replaced with curl-ups in order to enhance safety and comprehensiveness in evaluating students’ physical fitness. These changes, which will take effect on August 1, 2024, also include the option to test cardiovascular endurance using diverse and internationally trending methods. The revised regulations are tailored for students aged 10 to under 23 years old and aim to provide a more holistic assessment of physical abilities. The reform allows instructors to select testing methods based on environmental conditions, ensuring safety and accuracy. These changes align with international standards and aim to promote robust and health-conscious youth.2023/11/23 09:41