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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

Parents and coaches, bombarded with stories of children being offered collegiate scholarships in middle school or making national-level teams at age ten, feel an impetus to accelerate their own childrens development. Frequent minor illnesses due to a compromised immune system. Declining performance despite intense efforts.

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We Must Protect Our Teachers

Alexandra Lemm

I have seen teachers not asked for their opinion but instead mocked for their fear of returning to school. I have been forgiving, we have been forgiving, and we have shown grace and abundant flexibility while dealing with COVID-19. Parents and communities were reminded just how many resources were provided through schools.

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A Guide to Nutrition For Rhythmic Gymnasts

The Sporting

Lean and flexible – that is the ‘perfect’ definition of a gymnast's body. Girls typically begin rhythmic gymnastics training before they start school. Protein is necessary for muscle growth and repair, and it is important for the maintenance of a healthy immune system.

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Surprising Consequences of Physical Inactivity

Skillastics

Regular oil changes and maintenance checkups help ensure that your fluid systems are clean and circulating through the vehicle properly. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us we have to be flexible when it comes to implementing physical activity. Creating that environment doesn’t come without its own challenges, however.

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Health Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

In addition, schools look to align any health education lesson plans to the national health education standards. Over 1,000 schools use PLT4M as their go to resource, curriculum, and technology for physical activity and health. The human body is resilient and flexible. It may be social interactions at school.