Kids Sports Activities Blog

JULY 30, 2017

Understanding the definition of physical fitness and how it relates to your child’s physical activity and exercise is key to raising a healthy kid. Parents play a huge role in their kids health.

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PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

Fitness and Mental Health – A Powerful Solution Usually, studies draw connections between regular exercise and physical activity to physical health benefits. Fitness and mental health are undoubtedly connected. But have schools made the connection of fitness and mental health?

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. In addition, we provide a clear call to action for schools and states to dedicate more physical activity opportunities and daily physical education to empower students.

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School Yard

MARCH 19, 2020

While technological literacy is an important skill in the 21st century, kids should also be encouraged to engage in physical activity. Studies confirm that kids now spend an average of seven hours a day in front of a device screen, an alarming trend that’s replacing the amount of time spent in active play.

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Then we went back to school. Get Access Here.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity? Let’s dive in!

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PLT4M

MAY 10, 2023

Exercise and self esteem go hand in hand. Regular exercise can help boost your confidence and self-esteem while improving your overall physical and mental health. ” Unfortunately, this type of thinking has led the conversation about exercise and self esteem to become more about body image and self esteem.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

It is no secret that physical activity is essential to a student’s development. But what is often overlooked is physical activity’s powerful role in managing student behavior. More on The Whole School Model Check out how physical activity and physical education are pillars of the Whole School Model.

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Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

This question is deeply connected to the question , What is important to learn in physical education in the time available (and to what standard or level of competence) to enable students to continue to pursue being physically active beyond the school gates? Physical activity and fitness orientated physical education.

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. Alex has an undergraduate degree in Physical Education Teaching and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching in Physical Education.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 18, 2022

Yoga for high school students opens the door to a lifetime of physical fitness and mental health benefits. At Canton High School, every student has the opportunity to explore and try out yoga during physical education class. Young people see yoga as a viable form of physical exercise but aren’t always sure where to start.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

” And although middle school students want a wide variety of options, it doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice introducing and developing critical physical fitness concepts. Boxing has become an increasingly popular instructional unit because of the movement skills and physical fitness concepts it introduces.

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PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

Over ten years ago, researchers first set out to answer the question, “What is physical literacy?” ” “Physical literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person.”

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Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Easy to Learn, Quick to Setup Indoors & Outdoors Disc It isn’t just a game; it’s a complete Physical Education Unit wrapped up in a kit for 4-10 players that effortlessly merges fun with learning for younger and older students alike. This means less time organizing and more time engaging students in active play.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

As a result, the belief is that students do not need more physical activity via physical education classes. In a recent survey , the most commonly reported reasons for physical education waiver forms were participation in school sports (27.9%) and other school activities such as band, chorus, or JROTC (32.5%).

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PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2023

Functional fitness is any exercise or workout that improves your body’s natural movement patterns. This type of exercise emphasizes functional movements that can be used in everyday life. Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] What is Functional Fitness?

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Skillastics

APRIL 10, 2022

Mental Health A Brazilian study showed that people who were not engaged in regular physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic had higher levels of anxiety, stress, and depression than people who maintained regular PE. Skillastics® Specialty Digital Programs were there with you as we partnered together in the remote learning world.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

For example, the United States recently received a D- on a recent report for overall physical activity for children and youth. However, physical education classes are far from the gym class stereotypes portrayed in popular movies and TV shows.

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Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

A goal is the culmination of knowledge and habits we hope to instill for lifelong physical activity and health. The same can be said for students who decide they are not athletic and exercise is not for them. Some argue they are intellectuals who do not need their physicality. We should distinguish objectives from goals.

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PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

By incorporating movement breaks into the classroom routine, students engage in physical activity, which helps to improve blood circulation and oxygen flow to the brain. Physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins, neurotransmitters that promote a positive mood and improve cognitive abilities.

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PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. In this article, Sean explores motivational theories in physical education. Avoid framing activities as “required.”

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

But at a high level, four following areas help highlight the benefits of high school physical education: Physical Mental Academics Social-Emotional 1) Physical – When students participate in a quality physical education program, they develop the skills and knowledge to improve and maintain personal fitness.

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PLT4M

MARCH 24, 2023

He says that incorporating a physical education app was a no-brainer, “ Phones and devices are a part of students’ lives. By teaching them how to use an app to improve their physical fitness, they learn that the phone is more than just a way to text friends and scroll social media. ” Read More!

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PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

For example, a teacher could display an instructional video of a physical activity. Shape America ) Because physical activity and skill development are core pillars of physical education, the options for modeling in physical education are endless. The options for modeling in education are endless!

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. In this article, Sean explores student centered learning examples in physical education with the use of technology. Strategies , 29 (6), 37–39.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

At step 3, students can pursue programs for athletic performance or general physical performance to pursue a physically active lifestyle. Step 1: Build a Foundation The first step to successful high school strength and conditioning curriculum is covering the basics of physical fitness.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Physical fitness is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. This article will discuss each component and how it contributes to physical fitness. What Are The 5 Components Of Physical Fitness?

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PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Physical education provides students with a planned, sequential, K-12 standards-based program of curricula and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge and behaviors for active living, physical fitness, sportsmanship, self-efficacy and emotional intelligence.”

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Physical Education Ideas

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Creativity Meets Physical Fitness Halloween is all about imagination, and that’s something PE games can tap into too! They get to pretend they’re witches, zombies, ghosts, and other spooky creatures while engaging in physical activity. These games are so entertaining, students will forget they’re actually exercising!

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PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

Quality physical education programs provide students with a planned, sequential, K-12 standards-based program of curricula and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge, and behaviors for active living, physical fitness, sportsmanship, self-efficacy, and emotional intelligence.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

From physical education classes to extracurricular activities, there are various ways to incorporate fitness into a student’s daily routine. By teaching students the basics of exercise, nutrition, and healthy habits, they can develop the skills to make smart lifestyle choices that will benefit them for a lifetime.

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