02/18/2026
Schools with IHT heart rate monitors are proof: When kids move, their minds perform.
A before-school fitness program at one of the nation’s largest school districts is showing meaningful academic gains. An elementary school’s students had benchmark score increases as high as 36 points after participating in daily movement sessions tracked with our heart rate monitors.
This fitness program blends social skills with purposeful physical activity for 30 minutes every morning. Teachers and administrators report students arrive in class energized, focused, and ready to learn … and the data backs it up.
This success shows what happens when schools prioritize student wellness with data-driven tools that both motivate students and give educators meaningful insight. It’s not just physical fitness – it’s preparedness, confidence, and performance.
If your school is looking for ways to elevate academic readiness, this model is worth a closer look: https://ihtusa.com/iht-blog/before-school-exercise-program-leads-to-academic-success/