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Daily Physical Education as an Academic and Behavioral Intervention

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However, Spooner Middle School — located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin – is finding success by getting students away from their screens and taking them outdoors for fresh air and exercise. Half the students went out for daily exercise (such as biking), while a control group received traditional computer-based interventions.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Embracing “Exercise Snacks” For a Healthier You!

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When you hear “exercise snacks,” you might think of a protein bar or a piece of fruit. In 2023, consider incorporating these short bursts of activity into your daily routine to help achieve the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week.

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Exercise Modification Examples

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Exercise and fitness should not be a one size fits all approach. Modified exercises allow every individual to succeed in fitness. In this blog, we will explore 5 exercise modification examples that are an excellent addition to any physical education class or workout. Let’s use the push-up as an example. Get Access Here.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Quick Check-In

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Here are some strategies to increase our self-compassion: Mindfulness Practice: Engage in mindfulness activities such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga to help stay present and reduce stress. This might include regular exercise, healthy eating habits, getting enough sleep, or pursuing hobbies and activities that bring you joy.

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What is TRIMP? How Sports Teams Use It to Optimize Training

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Originally developed by Dr. Eric Banister in 1991, TRIMP integrates exercise duration and intensity to provide a single numerical value that represents the physiological stress of a workout. One important consideration when interpreting TRIMP data is that the same score can be achieved in a variety of ways.

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Having Trouble Sticking to Your Exercise Program? Stay Motivated With These 13 Exercise Adherence Strategies

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<p>From AASP Members and Authors: Gabrielle Salvatore, MS, Sheila Alicea, PhD, CMPC, Cynthia Clarke, EdD, CMPC, and Michael Sachs, PhD, CMPC</p> <p>The benefits of exercise are well-known, but in order for people to reap the most benefits from exercise they need to adhere to a program. run 3 miles).

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Mental Health Benefits of Exercise

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Exercise is known to affect your physical health substantially, but movement also has many benefits on your mental health and well-being. However, it is important that you exercise safely and intuitively to avoid further harm to your body or mind. Exercise can also help people manage depression. Jasper Smits, Ph.D.,