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Self-Care, Wellness, and Mental Health Strategies for College Student-Athletes

AASP

<p>Participation in college athletics can be a wonderful pursuit. Various disciplines of research highlight the psychosocial benefits of sport participation. Research has also shown that exercise and physical movement can improve mental functioning (Sharma et al., 2006). However, sport participation can also be a significant source of stress for college student-athletes.

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KalPa Invests in Long-Term Player Development with Firstbeat Sports

First Beat

Firstbeat Technologies and elite Finnish ice hockey team KalPa have entered into a new three-year partnership agreement that will see the organization utilize Firstbeat Sports for their U20 team for the first time in addition to their men’s professional team. KalPa’s professional team has been a Firstbeat client since 2020, but this new agreement including the U20 team highlights their commitment to investing in long-term and strategic performance development.

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The Importance of Student Voice in PE

PE Scholar

Written by Grace Cardiff & Lee Sullivan In this, and an upcoming follow-up blog, we aim to explore the profound importance of making space for our

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How To Improve Mental Health In Schools

PLT4M

The number of adolescents reporting poor mental health is increasing. As our young people grapple with mental health issues, schools play a vital role in supporting student mental health with resources, services, and opportunities. We explore how to improve mental health in schools using a comprehensive school mental health system that supports all our young people with a complete toolkit of mental and physical well-being skills.

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Reimagine the Role of PE to Reconnect With Your Students

Speaker: Jeremy Kellem, M.Ed. - Educational Strategist, Former Athlete, and CEO/Founder of W.I.N. (We Impact Now, LLC)

For many students, physical education is critical to becoming active and developing healthy routines. But how is this possible anymore with the repercussions of the pandemic? Years of COVID-19, social distancing, and virtual learning have all had a profound effect on students, which means educators need to adjust their classes accordingly. The good news is that P.E. can still play a vital role in helping students intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

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FOR ALL TEACHERS + SCHOOL PERSONNEL

Arizona Health and Physical Education

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Conceptual physical education: A course for the future

PE Scholar

CPE courses have been shown to be effective in promoting knowledge, attitudes, and out-of-school physical activity

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The Most Memorable Upsets in Sports History

The Sporting

What Are the Most Memorable Upsets in Sports History? Everyone loves a great comeback story or watching the underdog win against all odds. The Sporting Blog lists the top most memorable upsets in sports history - crazy twists that surprised the world! Buster Douglas vs Mike Tyson - one of the greatest upsets in sports history Once in a while, an underdog proves everyone wrong, achieving a victory nobody thought possible!

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Set Your Health Office Up for Success This Summer

Magnus Health

After a long school year, there’s nothing sweeter than summer vacation. Before you head out for a well-deserved break, take some time to set yourself up for success in the future. By getting ahead on a few simple things, you can focus on enjoying your time off — not stressing about immunization compliance. Keep reading for five things you can do now to prepare your health office for the hustle and bustle of back-to-school season.

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Finnish Floorball Champions Esport Oilers Invest in Player Development from Youth to Pro Teams with Firstbeat

First Beat

Finnish floorball champions Esport Oilers have entered into a new three-year partnership agreement with Firstbeat. The partnership demonstrates Esport Oilers’ commitment to investing in long-term player development by implementing Firstbeat for their 2nd team, U22, and U19 teams in addition to their pro team. On the partnership, Joel Wenning, Firstbeat’s Customer Success Manager says: “It’s fantastic to get the Finnish champions on board and assist them in making smarter decisions in train

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How Physical Education Plays a Core Role in Student Development

Speaker: Shane Pill PhD, MEd, BEd, LMACHPER, FACHPER - Physical Education and Sports Researcher, Professor, Consultant, and Speaker

Physical education is an important part of the development of the whole person: physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. By providing education in movement competency, education on using movement to develop the ability to be self-regulated and motivated, and education through movement to develop ‘habits of mind’ for positive and constructive engagement with others, PE provides a basis for personal and community health and wellbeing.

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Kickball Game Variations for PE & Summer Camp

S&S

Here are a few kickball variations to spice things up out at the fields and keep your kids engaged with new and fun rules to a game we all know and love. Items Needed: Kickballs Set of Bases Cones Hoops … Read More The post Kickball Game Variations for PE & Summer Camp appeared first on S&S Blog.

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Health Education Curriculum

PLT4M

Health education is a critical component of a well-rounded educational program, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. A comprehensive health education curriculum serves as the cornerstone for promoting healthy lifestyles and behaviors among young people, which can have a lasting impact on their future.

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Gaelic Football Student Worksheets

PE Scholar

Gaelic Football Prompt Cards. Five tasks including peer coaching, skills practice, student-designed game, discussion & reflection.

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Does Your SIS Work for Your Whole School Community?

FACTS Management

At FACTS, we know that even the best educators can’t perform to their highest potential when they’re held back by inefficient, clunky software. That’s why our team of former teachers and educators have poured their years of experience into FACTS SIS, helping create a powerful platform that caters to the unique needs of everyone in your school community: teachers, administrators, admissions staff, families, and students.

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Using the Brain-Body Connection to Optimize Performance with Yuka Sugiura

Complete Performance

Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of PerformHappy! Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of the brain-body connection with the incredible Yuka Sugiura, a neural performance coach. In this episode, Yuka shares invaluable insights on harnessing the power of the brain-body connection to… The post Using the Brain-Body Connection to Optimize Performance with Yuka Sugiura appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching.

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How to Plan a Successful Summer Camp

S&S

Planning is the cornerstone of any well run camp. If you fail to plan you plan to fail! Proper planning prevents poor performance! If you do not plan your program well, it will show. Planning is extremely important in coordinating … Read More The post How to Plan a Successful Summer Camp appeared first on S&S Blog.

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Supporting Our Military-Connected Youth: Insights and Initiatives

PE for Parents

The post Supporting Our Military-Connected Youth: Insights and Initiatives appeared first on Action for Healthy Kids.

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From Learning to Winning: How Educators and Olympians Pursue a Path to Excellence

FACTS Management

Embarking on a journey of growth and development is a noble pursuit, whether in the realm of education or the world of sports. Just as educators and school administrators engage in professional learning to enhance their skills and knowledge in the classroom, Olympians dedicate themselves to rigorous training to prepare for the ultimate competition. Either way, the effort is inspiring.