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Front-stage and wings

Drowning in the Shallow

The move from teaching physical education to teaching teachers of physical education has been challenging, as it is filled with unique dilemmas and problems.

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Unlocking Physical Literacy: Three Essential Domains

PE Scholar

Introduction to physical literacy A seminal paper written by UK academic, Margaret Whitehead, in 2001 spearheaded the concept of physical literacy.

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German Football in the time of Hitler and the Nazi's

The Sporting

A History of Football in Nazi Germany Adolf Hitler and football are perhaps not the most well-known partnership, nevertheless, there is an overlap between the two. Hitler’s Nazi regime is possibly the most well-researched and documented period of world history, yet not as much is known about their influence overlapping into football. Hitler was in power from 1933 to 1945 and, during this period, the German national side played over 100 games.

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Pumpkin Themed Ideas For Your Senior Living Facility

S&S

With National Pumpkin Day approaching on Saturday, October 26, be sure to have a few fun pumpkin-related activities for the senior residents of your senior facility. Here are 6 pumpkin-themed crafts or games to have on hand. Pumpkin Seed Flip … Read More The post Pumpkin Themed Ideas For Your Senior Living Facility appeared first on S&S Blog.

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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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Pediatrician Insights on Childhood Sleep Problems

Stanford Childrens

It’s 9 p.m. and all is quiet, except for your young toddler, who just won’t stay in bed. Or maybe it’s your 12-year-old who is staying up late to watch one more TikTok video. There are many reasons why kids don’t sleep well, but help is available. Nora Fahden, MD , a parent and pediatrician with Bayside Medical Group in San Ramon , answers common questions about children’s sleep issues.

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Navigating Life’s Curveballs with NCAA Gymnast and Rocket Scientist Sam Cerio

Complete Performance

On today’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I have the privilege of talking with Sam Cerio, a former Auburn gymnast who’s not only a top-tier athlete but also a rocket scientist. Sam shares her inspiring story, including how she navigated a devastating, career-ending injury on… The post Navigating Life’s Curveballs with NCAA Gymnast and Rocket Scientist Sam Cerio appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching.

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How to Enjoy the Outdoors With Your Senior Residents

S&S

Take advantage of the great weather outdoors by providing fun activities that will entice your residents to spend some time outdoors enjoying the morning light, the afternoon sun, or the evening breeze. Morning Light Schedule a few outdoor activities for … Read More The post How to Enjoy the Outdoors With Your Senior Residents appeared first on S&S Blog.

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Stanford Children’s Eases Needle Jabs With the Buddy Guard Device

Stanford Childrens

As back-to-school season kicks into high gear, parents and students alike are facing a crucial, yet often overlooked, task: ensuring that all necessary vaccinations are up-to-date to safeguard both health and educational success. And even though most kids are afraid of needles and don’t want a shot, there’s a new device at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health that’s helping to ease some of that fear—the Buddy Guard.

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Removing the Guesswork from Women’s Basketball Coaching with Firstbeat

First Beat

Will Graham is an Athletic Performance Coach at Liberty University, whose women’s basketball team is currently competing in Conference USA. In this interview, Will talks to us about how Firstbeat helps support his coaching work with the women’s basketball team, the effect that increasing travel demands have on players, and why he thinks it’s important to use physiological data in his coaching work.

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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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Back to School: 8 Ways to Help Your Child Have Success This Year

RC Families

It’s back to school time and a good opportunity for you to access the upcoming year. Success in school will not automatically happen. As school starts, parents are hopeful that their child will have a successful year. They are eager to see their kids thrive, make new friends, connect with old ones, get along with.

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It's not just IB SEHS. CIE IGCSE and AS PE and Sport teachers, take note!

The Everlearner

Discover the latest updates on PE and Sport offerings for International schools, including IB SEHS, CIE AS PE, and CIE IGCSE courses. Enhance student experiences with dynamic resources and free trials.

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Embracing Change While Championing Child Health 

PE for Parents

The post Embracing Change While Championing Child Health appeared first on Action for Healthy Kids.

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5 Fun Football Crafts for the Fall Season

S&S

It’s that time of year when football, tailgating, and fall festivities are in full swing! Whether you are planning a themed activity and your group is cheering for their favorite team, or you are hosting game-day gatherings at your facility, … Read More The post 5 Fun Football Crafts for the Fall Season appeared first on S&S Blog.

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Olde Stonewall Golf Club - Course Guide

The Sporting

Olde Stonewall Golf Club - The best public Golf course in America? Although this golf course is not widely known, since it is not on the PGA Tour , it is actually one of the top ten golf courses in the country and voted the number one public golf course in all of Pennsylvania. Since the terrain is up and down with the Pennsylvania hills, all players are required to ride in a golf cart.

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3 Unique Team Building Golf Challenges!

Gopher Sport

The following three team-building activities will be a hit with your students in upper elementary grades and above. These activities incorporate some aspects of golf while providing unique challenges that require cooperation, teamwork, and a lot of communication. 1. Beanbag Golf Challenge Students work as partners to complete as many holes as possible while taking turns and working together to keep their score on each hole.

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Volleyball Lesson Plans

PLT4M

Volleyball lesson plans aim to provide every student with a foundation in which they can develop their volleyball skills, eventually leading to fun and successful gameplay. To do so, physical education classes can focus on a skill-specific volleyball unit that introduces the basic skills of volleyball, such as bumping, passing, setting, serving, and more.

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7 Therapeutic Art Activities for 24 Kids – Express Yourself Kit

S&S

Art has long been recognized as a powerful tool for self-expression, creativity, and emotional exploration, particularly for children. Beyond just a means of creating aesthetically pleasing pieces, art serves as a therapeutic outlet that nurtures development in young minds. It allows … Read More The post 7 Therapeutic Art Activities for 24 Kids – Express Yourself Kit appeared first on S&S Blog.

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Fantasy Premier League: Principles, Pitfalls, and Proven Strategies

The Sporting

A Companion Guide to Fantasy Premier League Fantasy Premier League (FPL) has become a national pastime in the UK, captivating millions of football fans each season. The allure lies in the opportunity to assemble your dream team, compete against friends and strangers alike, and bask in the glory of managerial success. However, FPL isn't merely a game of chance; it's a strategic battleground where knowledge, planning, and adaptability reign supreme.

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Unlocking the Secrets of Raising Athletes: Insights from a Youth Sports Expert

I Love to Watch You Play

Unlocking the Secrets of Raising Athletes: Insights from a Youth Sports Expert Unlocking the Secrets of Raising Athletes: Insights from a Youth Sports Expert. Linda Martindale may be one of the most qualified youth sports experts we've had on the podcast. Her father was a coach, she played D1 basketball. All four of her kids play collegiate sports—basketball, beach volleyball, skiing, soccer, and Lacrosse.

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Hungry for More: Nutrition Gaps in the Modern American Diet

Designs for Health

The Modern American Diet (MAD), or the Standard American Diet (SAD), is high in added sugar, refined carbohydrates, saturated fatty acids, and seed oils, and void of fiber, plant variety, and phytonutrients. Nutrition is at the forefront of human health. Americans' diets can provide the required nutrients to support health or the means to push an individual closer to disease.

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What to Look for in a Student Health Record Solution

Magnus Health

The post What to Look for in a Student Health Record Solution appeared first on Magnus Health.

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Technology in Cricket - The rise of Hawkeye, Snicko, DRS and more

The Sporting

The Technologies that Cricket has embraced: From bowling machines, Hawkeye and Hot-spot, to the modern-day Decision Review System The Gentleman's game has its roots in the 16th century. So far, in these five centuries, the sport of cricket has progressed and been introduced to various levels. From the first recorded international match between Canada and the United States (in 1844 at the St George's Cricket Club in New York) to the latest T10 Cricket Leagues, the game has seen plenty of innovati

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