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Creating an Effective Health and Wellness Club at School

SHAPE America

As a physical education teacher at Hebron High School in Carrollton, TX, I developed a Health and Wellness Club for our ninth-grade campus as an initiative to reduce obesity and related comorbidities that are associated with sedentary lifestyles and a lack of physical activity.

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How I Received Grants for My Physical Education Classes

SHAPE America

As an elementary physical education teacher in the Bronx, NY, I’m always looking for ways to stretch my PE budget and introduce my students to new physical activities. Here are some examples of the types of grants I’ve received, along with my advice on how you might find similar grants for your physical education classes.

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Physical Education Waiver Form – The Opt Out Era of PE

PLT4M

In many cases, a parent/guardian and athletic director/coach have to sign off on the waiver (example below). Example of Physical Education Waiver Form. As a result, the belief is that students do not need more physical activity via physical education classes.

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The Ultimate Guide to Injury Prevention: Tips Every Athlete Should Know

The Sporting

In our ultimate guide, we look at everything you need to know to injury-proof your training, including tips for nutrition, recovery and more. A strong, well-conditioned body can run faster, jump higher, lift heavier weights and perform better overall in various physical activities.

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Beyond the Field: Championing Holistic Student Athlete Wellness 

Magnus Health

For students to get the most out of their time when participating in school sports, there are many ways coaches and athletic trainers can encourage overall athlete wellness. Here’s how to ensure mental and physical health comes first during the season. It’s up to the coach and athletic staff to establish a positive team culture.

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Overuse Injuries in Amateur Sports: Identifying Risks, Prevention Strategies, and Recovery Protocols

Better Coaching

Kids start playing organized sports at increasingly younger ages, encouraged by coaches, schools, and often, parents. After all, sports promote physical fitness, socialization, teamwork, and discipline. Bad Coaching Decisions Coaching plays a pivotal role in both preventing and contributing to overuse injuries in amateur athletes.

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Physical Education Curriculum Models (with Downloadable PDF)

PLT4M

Challenges of Planning Physical Education Curriculum Models When planning different physical education curriculum models, it is hard to know where to start. Most physical education classes have a diverse range of students with varying interests and abilities. In this model, students are exposed to different sports and games.