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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

This approach, which Ive labeled More, Younger, insists that increased time on the field, in the gym, or on the court is the surest path to success, scholarships, and lifelong athletic achievement. The More, Younger philosophy is also fueled by economic incentives.

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How Boardball Bumps Up The Fun, Fitness, and Teamwork in PE ClassesWhat Is Boardball?

Gopher Sport

These creative adaptations make Boardball an invaluable tool for PE classes, offering endless opportunities for fun and skill-building across various sports and activities. Testimonials From our Educators, Coaches, and Olympians! Heres what they have to say: About the Author: Boardball Win a Boardball Set!

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Alumni Spotlight: Bryson Preddy

MSU

About 14 years ago, he coached his son’s first flag football team and fell in love with it. Since then, he has pursued volunteer opportunities to coach and continued his education, all in hope of becoming a coach one day when he retires. I was always aware that I lacked practical coaching experience.

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What does Skills and Values look like in Physical Education (PE)?

Reinventing the Game

We go through with the lessons and usually find it hard to decide if we had achieved what we need to. In other words, the actual internal processes within a learner to achieve thinking, affective characteristics, values, skills, etc. We design elaborate lessons starting with these aims, hoping to see what we want to see.

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Starting the Journey: Goal Setting for Coaches and Their Teams

MSU

Coaches and athletes do the same thing at the beginning of a new season. Setting goals can be a very helpful tool for coaches. Goals can help coaches create expectations for the season and motivation for their athletes. It is best to aim for goals that challenge us but that are still achievable based on our capabilities 1.

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Starting the Journey: Goal Setting for Coaches and Their Teams

MSU

Coaches and athletes do the same thing at the beginning of a new season. Setting goals can be a very helpful tool for coaches. Goals can help coaches create expectations for the season and motivation for their athletes. It is best to aim for goals that challenge us but that are still achievable based on our capabilities 1.

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Exercise Modification Examples

PLT4M

And as teachers and coaches, it is our job to help each individual reach their full potential. One of the 4 points of performance, it can be the most difficult for some to achieve without sacrificing the other 3. From jumping on a bike or rowing machine to jumping jacks and burpees, getting creative with cardio is always an option.