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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

When children are pushed beyond their developmental limitsphysically, cognitively, and emotionallythey may fall out of love with sports, lose motivation to continue, or develop chronic injuries that hamper their future athletic endeavors. Their self-image as both an athlete and a child becomes tightly woven into how well they perform.

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How to Celebrate Black History Month in Health and Physical Education

SHAPE America

This year’s theme, according to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), is Black Health and Wellness, which ties into the content areas of health and physical education. Share Facts About Black Health and Wellness. Share Stories of Black Americans to Highlight Health Inequities.

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Elite Diver Faces Chronic Growth-Related Knee Issues and Wins

Stanford Childrens

I’m glad he kept me motivated,” Scott says. Scott dives for both his high school team and the Santa Clara Diving Club, a part of USA Diving, the governing body of elite divers. He’s a well-rounded diver who competes on all levels of springboard and platform. Recently, he went to the nationals with his club and did well.

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Redundancy and Degeneracy in Teaching for Physical Education (PE)

Reinventing the Game

We are also aware that understanding a concept creates the motivation to want to ‘learn’ more and thus will do well to offer it in our lesson designs. In the spirit of degeneracy , can we accept that being open to the complexity of even the processes that govern complex systems will help in our teaching mission.

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Blazepod

Gopher Sport

Motivate Students and Increase Activity Time with BlazePod By: Kevin Hopp, Zeke Bailes, Hank van der Merwe In an age where sedentary lifestyles have become the norm, the quest for engaging and innovative physical education solutions has led to the introduction of BlazePod , a ground breaking Flash Reflex Training system into schools.

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The Most Popular Sports in Egypt

The Sporting

The Egyptian Basketball Federation governs and organises domestic, national and international basketball competitions. Egyptian tennis players have succeeded in international competitions, helping inspire and motivate young players in the country. The country has more than 200 basketball clubs with over 30,000 registered players.

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Pediatric ICU Nurse Honored With 3 Employee Awards

Stanford Childrens

Ali was also recognized for her tireless energy and spirit, as well as for helping to shape nursing practices and patient care services. Seek opportunities you are passionate about to give back, such as community service, as it supports well-being and builds resiliency.” It keeps me balanced, recharged, and motivated,” she said.