SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The gym is not the only place where students can move, interact and learn by doing. We need classrooms to be more active and engaging like the gym! If we pause to take a panoramic view of our current landscape, we are reminded that our country has an obesity epidemic, rise in hypokinetic diseases, as well as mental health concerns.

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Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

My muscle doesn’t know the difference if I’m digging in the yard, carrying heavy shopping bags, or lifting a dumbbell.” ( Source & Study ) What is going on inside the body during strength exercises? Notice the elastic bands in the partner drills, that provide leg resistance exercise, while also providing cardio conditioning.

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Physical Education Ideas

JUNE 15, 2019

When it comes to exercise, this is all language you probably don’t need to tell your students. In a world where technology is taking over and “Fortniting” is more popular than bike riding, it is important we all send the same consistent message about the importance of exercise to our students. How much exercise do children need?

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The Sporting

JULY 15, 2022

The best exercises for working women Women who work or who have family responsibilities often find it hard to add fitness to their routines. Managing a healthy work/life balance is a challenge, and it can feel overwhelming to get to the gym after a day at work. Why are Physical Activities Important for Women?

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The Sporting

MAY 19, 2023

Rest Assured: Tips for Recovery Post-Workout Exercising is the key to good mental and physical life, but it’s the recovery post-workout that’s where the magic happens. We all know that exercise is our main weapon in feeling and looking healthier. Why is Exercising Important? Pretty tempting right?

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

These cutbacks come at a time when the United States is struggling with increased rates of childhood obesity, mental health issues, and concerns about academic performance of students. However, physical education classes are far from the gym class stereotypes portrayed in popular movies and TV shows.

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Heartzones

MAY 11, 2022

Show them the facts and the statistics of childhood obesity and how important physical education is for them. Without the heart rate monitors, kids would blow off gym class and not get the exercise they need everyday.” Do you have any advice for schools looking for funding to purchase a system like Heart Zones?

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