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Daily Physical Education as an Academic and Behavioral Intervention

SHAPE America

During that year, I had a well-meaning principal who told our staff, “If it’s not related to math or reading, it’s potentially on the chopping block.” We even built a mountain bike park on our school grounds for students to enjoy because we recognize how bikes can be used to help our students achieve success.

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What Resiliency Means as a Marine

SHAPE America

I’ve learned to protect my mental well-being by implementing self-care practices that align with my values. Be sure to take things one step at a time and focus on small, achievable goals rather than trying to tackle everything at once. RESILIENT ADVICE Setbacks and challenges are natural. Find out more about Promoted Content.

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Teaching Lacrosse in Physical Education Using the New USA Lacrosse Curriculum

SHAPE America

Read on for an overview of what you can expect to see in the updated USA Lacrosse curriculum, as well as tips for modifying the rules, equipment, environment, and learning strategies as needed in your PE classes. This creates an ability to work well independently, as well as with peers.

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Get to Know Cedric Wilson, Winner of a Joseph R. Biden Lifetime Achievement Award

Stanford Childrens

“You’ve got to do something in your spare time, so you might as well make it count, right?” Biden Lifetime Achievement Award, which is the highest honor in the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) program. Coaches play a valuable role for kids who don’t have fathers,” he says. Service is what I’ve always believed in.”

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12 Questions with Ian Blease: Baseball Player, Manager and Coach

The Sporting

12 Questions with Baseball Player Ian Blease The Sporting Blog interviews baseball player Ian Blease about his time playing, managing and coaching baseball. Is there a coach, teammate or even a club from your youth that has had a material impact on your life in sport today? Norman Wells Ballpark, Bootle, Merseyside.

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Beyond the Field: Championing Holistic Student Athlete Wellness 

Magnus Health

And the benefits couldn’t be better — participation in sports can improve academic achievement and overall self-esteem, and athletes are more likely to engage in health-promoting behaviors than their non-athlete peers. Sleep also plays a pivotal role in overall athlete wellness. Many also felt mentally exhausted.

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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. Its important to note that sports can be incredibly positive for youth. The More, Younger philosophy is also fueled by economic incentives.

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