PLT4M

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We explore what student participation in PE means, how school districts can create a lasting impact, and provide actionable strategies to apply in schools. >>> Free Download: Lifetime Fitness Playbook with 12 Free Lessons Participation In PE By The Numbers The U.S However, not all PE programs are created equal.

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Physical Education Ideas

MAY 2, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why teaching Health and Physical Education is crucial and how literacy is the foundational skill upon which all knowledge is built. Curriculums around the world clearly recognise the importance of teaching literacy in Health and Physical Education. health-related fitness 5.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 21, 2023

Van der Mars regularly hosts workshops for K–12 teachers in physical education and served as co-editor of the Journal of Teaching in Physical Education from 1998 to 2002. He served as a member of the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Science Board from 2011 to 2014.

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Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

In my last post here , I considered what it means to teach physical education for effective learning. In this blog, I connect back to an idea I have discussed before in relation to games based teaching here , that is making a physical education program meaningful. Physical activity and fitness orientated physical education.

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Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

FMS, coupled with fitness are foundational to active participation. If I am fit, I participate and improve my FMS. If I have solid FMS, I participate and improve my fitness. Walking can also elevate our heartrates and improve our cardiovascular fitness with lower impact than running or other activities. What to Teach?

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Cardiovascular Biomechanics Secondary Schools Fitness 119

PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Some focus heavily on teaching individual skillslike dribbling or jumpingbut lack engaging, fun activity ideas. Others offer exciting games but fail to connect those activities to broader goals, such as physical literacy or teaching foundational skills. Another significant challenge is the cost of high-quality resources.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Over her career, she helped secure over $200,000 of grant funding for implementation of heart rate technology, fitness equipment, and PLT4M. While Christi has retired from teaching after over 30 years in the field, she is still sharing insights and ideas for PE programs across the country. Slide from Funding Your PE Program webinar.

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