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Sports for Fitness: The 8 Best Sports for Improving Your Physical Fitness

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But tennis isn't just about steady-state cardio; it's a dynamic sport that combines explosive movements with brief recovery periods. The physical demands of tennis are comprehensive - and it’s the perfect sport for a full-body workout. Tennis isn't just about fitness; it brings another component to the table, too.

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Students Designing Personal Fitness Plans In PE

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The Growing Trend Of Designing Personal Fitness Plans In Physical Education Many schools look to deepen students’ knowledge of physical fitness by having students create personalized fitness and workout plans during physical education classes.

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The 4 Major Fighting Styles in Karate Explained

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The Shotokan style of karate emphasises speed, power and flexibility. This position is used for offensive movements and allows the practitioner to move forward quickly. It is a hard style of karate that incorporates many soft techniques and movements. The style has several different stances, each with its own purpose.

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13 Winter-Themed Indoor Activity Ideas for PE!

Gopher Sport

Engaging students in winter-themed activities not only promotes physical fitness but also adds a festive twist to traditional activities. In this blog, we’ve compiled 13 creative and enjoyable winter-themed indoor activity ideas that you can do with your students, turning your gym into a winter wonderland of movement and fun!

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

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Adapted physical activity is a program designed to promote physical activity for individuals with disabilities. APA programs may include a variety of physical activities such as swimming, cycling, dance, yoga, and other sports that are adapted to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. Ready to Learn More?

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What is the Purpose of PE?

Montessori Physical Education

That was until it was time for the Presidential Fitness Test. Nothing brought shame quite like a week-long test that evaluated speed, strength, and flexibility. Funny enough, these tests were designed to evaluate students for “ military preparedness” more than evaluating fitness. Then it was the week of doom.

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Tracking Student Progress In Physical Education

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Mobility – Squat Therapy Test – For years, fitness tests included an element of passive muscular flexibility assessment. Nowadays, we care about your overall ‘mobility’ rather than just your passive muscular flexibility. In doing so, they can see their progress and fitness levels mapped and charted over time.