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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

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.

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A Guide to Rhythmic Gymnastics in the UK

The Sporting

The sport incorporates aspects of ballet, gymnastics and dance- and it demands a high level of athletic talent and physical aptitude, including strength, flexibility, dexterity, endurance and coordination. Read more content on our fitness and training blog

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

PLT4M

Martínez is a Project Coordinator for the Community Health Department at Lakeshore Foundation and an Inclusion Specialist for The National Center on Health Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD). Youth participating in a virtual fitness class at home. Ready to Learn More?

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Know the game: A Guide to Kabaddi

The Sporting

It is governed by kabaddi federations rules and regulations. Despite having different styles and forms, Kabaddi involves a fantastic body and mind fitness and ability to concentrate and anticipate the opponent’s moves. These three styles of Kabaddi are played in three different formats. It follows the rule - One out, One in.

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CARES ACT Funding

Heartzones

There are government funds that you can use for PE technology. Reach out to your health and physical education coordinator to elicit their involvement. See our Ask article about the CARES Act which shares the story of one Virginia PE coordinator who regrets that she did not ask for more than the $160,000 she requested.

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What is Floorball? An Essential Guide

The Sporting

The International Floorball Federation (IFF) governs the sport and makes critical decisions. Keep in mind that floorball is all about hand-eye coordination and stick-handling abilities. The training involves technical, tactical and muscular fitness , including running, speed and coordination.

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It’s Lonely at the Top: Enlisting Support for the Leader

Informed Practitioner in Sport

CONTEMPORARY LEADERSHIP ROLES IN ELITE SPORT… The high performance director role is a relatively new innovation, albeit most national sports organisations or governing bodies now have a performance director or equivalent position. Likewise an exceptional practitioner might prove to be entirely ill-suited for a leadership or management role.