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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

Frequent minor illnesses due to a compromised immune system. Skill Acquisition and Motor Learning in Adolescence During adolescence, children can handle more complex cognitive and physical training. Their bodies are better equipped to endure specialized drills without as high a risk of growth plate injuries.

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Sleep Lesson Plans For Students

PLT4M

By addressing sleep education within the context of physical education and health, students not only learn about the physiological benefits of sleep but also understand its relevance to their athletic performance, mood regulation, and overall lifestyle. Physical education teacher walks around a class full of students working on a lesson.

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Herbal Astragalus to Promote Immune Health

Designs for Health

Additionally, in the immunosuppressed mice , astragalus preparations promoted natural killer cell activity and improved Blymphocyte proliferation. Astragalus may notably promote immune health in athletes. It is well known that moderate physical activity promotes a healthy immune system.

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Unconventional Teen Finds Relief From Severe Asthma

Stanford Childrens

A little of what helped spark Christian’s early old age might have been having to endure severe asthma from such a young age and all the medical emergencies and worries that came with it. Around age 10, Christian was diagnosed with eosinophilic asthma, a rare type of asthma that causes severe inflammation in the respiratory system.

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How to Sleep Like a Champion: The Science of Sleep and Athletic Performance

The Sporting

Sleep affects athletic performance in many areas, such as speed, accuracy, reaction time, endurance, strength and injury risk. Studies show when you sleep enough, you excel at activities like sprinting, shooting, dribbling and serving. It also helps you form memories, process information and regulate your moods.

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Health Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

As most teachers set out to find health education lesson plans, they are often in search of resources and information on health topics like: Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits Physical Activity and Exercise Programs Mental Health Education (Stress Management, Coping Mechanisms, Mindfulness) Substance Abuse Prevention (Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, etc.)