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Using the City as Your Physical Education Classroom

SHAPE America

at Dunbar High School in Washington, D.C., and as students slowly file into the gym, curiosity fills the air. This mindset, rooted in a lack of exposure and representation, inspired me to create a unit dedicated to breaking these barriers and showing my students that fitness — in all its forms — belongs to them.

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Fun Winter Activities for Elementary PE

SHAPE America

Here are a few winter activities for elementary PE that include opportunities to practice personal responsibility, cultural studies, and physical fitness outside. Heather teaches physical and health education for grades K-12 and is an adjunct instructor for the College in High School program through Minnesota State.

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Yoga For High School Students In Action

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Yoga for high school students opens the door to a lifetime of physical fitness and mental health benefits. At Canton High School, every student has the opportunity to explore and try out yoga during physical education class. And with that, the demand for yoga in high school is also on the rise.

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

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In that case, a quality physical education program should be a staple of any comprehensive educational system. Authors Note: In recent years, the larger educational community has explored if any subject should be required, especially at the high school level. Is Physical Education Required?

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High School Strength and Conditioning Curriculum

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At the high school level, the weight room is a classroom. Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. A physical education teacher works with a student in a high school strength and conditioning class.

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Strength And Conditioning Software For High Schools

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But finding the right fit for your use case can be challenging. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of strength and conditioning software for high schools and how to choose the right software for your needs. Trainheroic – A personal training app that many gym owners and personal training businesses utilize.

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Physical Education Articles For Advocacy

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In this article, we feature some of the top physical education articles that help make the case for quality daily physical education opportunities for elementary, middle, and high school students. Importance of Physical Education Articles Physical education classes are on the chopping block in many areas of the country.