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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. One way schools can facilitate this collaboration is by using Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) principles into their physical education curriculum. Declining performance despite intense efforts. Difficulty sleeping Changes in appetite.

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Surprising Consequences of Physical Inactivity

Skillastics

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us we have to be flexible when it comes to implementing physical activity. When we create environments that children love, we build a foundation and a positive mindset around an activity that helps ensure children stay active as adults.

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Health Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

Health education is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum, as it provides students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to maintain and improve their health, prevent disease, and reduce risky behaviors. There are so many different avenues health and physical educators can take when teaching health information to students.