Better Coaching
DECEMBER 24, 2024
According to a 2019 survey by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (cited in Aspen Institute, 2021), youth sports participation patterns indicate an increasingly competitive environment. Prior to puberty, growth patterns can be erratic. This phase also triggers changes in bone density and joint architecture.
The Sporting
JUNE 19, 2024
Anatomical, biomechanical, hormonal and training factors play a part in women having a greater risk of ACL injury, as does footwear. Poorly fitted football boots that aren’t designed with a woman’s foot, gait or body in mind are a problem. I believe the examination of that physiology should start with the feet and biomechanics.
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Gopher Sport
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
FMS, coupled with fitness are foundational to active participation. If I am fit, I participate and improve my FMS. If I have solid FMS, I participate and improve my fitness. Walking can also elevate our heartrates and improve our cardiovascular fitness with lower impact than running or other activities. What to Teach?
What's New in Adapted Physical Education
JULY 27, 2022
For this episode we had a discussion with Dr. Ron Croce, a full professor at the University of New Hampshire, about his interesting career that intersected with adapted physical education, neurology, biomechanics, and motor learning. Dr. Croce is a distinguished scholar and professor, and has received several awards for his accomplishments.
Learning Through Sport
JANUARY 31, 2025
Physical activity and fitness orientated physical education. Physical education therefore needs to provide time to achieve physical fitness and/or physical activity objectives, teach goal setting for physical activity to achieve health outcomes, and teach students how to design physical activity and/or fitness programs.
PLT4M
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
In the forward of the framework, the document states, “High-quality, standards-based physical education instruction helps students learn not only the skills and knowledge to be physically fit and active, it also gives them the confidence and positive attitude necessary to participate in physical activities.”
Informed Practitioner in Sport
OCTOBER 3, 2021
Beyond sport, we must also consider the enormous numbers of recreational runners and those for whom running is a popular form of exercise for health and fitness. For many, running is more than simply a leisure time activity or a means to remain fit and healthy. The significance of this quest also goes beyond financial concerns.
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