Physical Education Ideas

MAY 2, 2023

In a world where technology and innovation dominate, the importance of Health and Physical Education is often overlooked. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why teaching Health and Physical Education is crucial and how literacy is the foundational skill upon which all knowledge is built. The answer is simple.

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The Sporting

MAY 17, 2023

10 Health Benefits of Hiking Hiking isn't just a way to relax. It offers a wide range of benefits, and can dramatically improve both your physical and mental health. Even a short hike can give you a nice workout and boost your health. This can lead to health issues, including diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

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Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Heart Rate & Resistance Training Re-Imagined For Physical Education & Sport “Lifting any weight that increases resistance on your muscles is the key. During strength training in sports and in physical education class, how can one measure the progress of our most vital muscle? We live in a high tech world.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

The health benefits of physical education schools are well documented. After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. 29% of teenagers self-reported having poor mental health.

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Physical Education Update

AUGUST 16, 2022

This talk discussed the ability to not only improves students’ health and behavior, but also their ability to learn. Students are tested based on individual improvement rather than the ability to perform sports skills. Not only has academic performance improved school-wide, so has behavior and childhood obesity levels.

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Physical Education Update

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The Ohio legislature, which currently requires only one-half of a PE unit for high school, has further softened this requirement by allowing school districts to waive the PE requirement for students who participate in two years of varsity sport, cheerleading…or band! The irony is, the cost of inactivity in Ohio is estimated to be $3.3

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Stanford Childrens

OCTOBER 3, 2023

With some heart conditions, your child’s cardiologist may recommend avoiding heavy weightlifting or contact sports, so always check with your cardiologist before starting your child in a new sport or exercise program. Q: In what new ways is Stanford Medicine Children’s Health helping kids with heart disease to live a more active life?

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Martínez is a Project Coordinator for the Community Health Department at Lakeshore Foundation and an Inclusion Specialist for The National Center on Health Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD). Alex has an undergraduate degree in Physical Education Teaching and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching in Physical Education.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness. We owe it to our kids to provide ample opportunity to explore physical fitness and health through physical education classes. The long-term goal is to help students pursue happy and healthy lifestyles.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 13, 2022

PLT4M, the Lakeshore Foundation and the National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) are proud to announce a new partnership. Lakeshore Foundation’s adapted recreation, sport, fitness and aquatics programs serve people locally, nationally and internationally.

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Designs for Health

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The role of muscle tone in metabolic health Metabolic health refers to how well the body generates and processes energy, taking into account cardiovascular risk, blood sugar regulation, blood pressure, and waist circumference. What are some nutrients that can support muscle tone?

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Learning Through Sport

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Arguably, the move to HPE as a learning area in the 1990s blurred the boundaries and distinctiveness between the previously bounded subjects of Health and Physical Education and their skill, knowledge and content bases. Whether or not the obesity discourse assists or hinders physical education in Australia is a matter Gard (2006) considered.

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Every Kids Sports

MARCH 12, 2024

Celebrating Women’s History Month As we celebrate Women’s History Month, Every Kid Sports proudly recognizes the invaluable contributions of women in sports, both on and off the field. Their achievements transcend sports, serving as symbols of empowerment and catalysts for change in society.

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Skillastics

APRIL 10, 2022

You don’t need a degree in sports medicine to know that some consequences of physical inactivity are as plain as the nose on your face. Obesity–both as a child and later as an adult–is one of the primary risks of a sedentary lifestyle.

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The Sporting

JULY 15, 2022

Exercise improves your body's shape and physique, helping you prevent obesity. Those who don’t exercise enough age faster, and they can be vulnerable to many health complications. Physical activities are also important for mental health, helping to reduce stress and anxiety. Pick your favourite sport and play it frequently!

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Magnus Health

AUGUST 23, 2022

When you think of someone with a chronic condition, you may picture an adult with heart disease, cancer, or obesity. . But children have special health care needs, too. Health offices must coordinate closely with parents and other school staff to care for these children. . Managing this type of care is challenging!

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

And while they both are crucial to the health and wellness of our children, there should be a clear delineation between physical activity vs physical education. For example, if they participate in sports, marching band, or prove they participate in some other type of physical activity, they don’t have to take PE.

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AKA Sports

APRIL 21, 2021

Help create self awareness of mental and physical health: Mental health in kids and teens is a hot topic these days and rightfully so. Physical health directly impacts mental health so if nothing else, a proper diet, enough sleep and daily physical activity is a great place to start. They need us to show them the way.

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PE with Palos

MARCH 11, 2022

Tablets, television and video game consoles are the new slides and swings, and it is taking a toll on children’s eating habits and physical health. The inactivity of children has turned childhood obesity into a global epidemic and according to Benioff Children’s Hospitals , media use has been identified as a main contributing factor.

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Heartzones

MARCH 24, 2022

Darrell likes to hike, bike, golf, play pickleball, go fishing, and attend a variety of sporting events and plays. It is a smart way to fight the prevalence of childhood obesity. She has spent a lifetime promoting and educating fitness and health, while developing what I feel is the best heart rate technology and wearable devices.

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Elementary PE Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2018

American kids face an obesity crisis. Getting kids excited about fitness is essentialfor the overall health of our younger generation. Ifyou have students who are already less-than-thrilled about sports, they’re going to pick up on your energy level. According to a CDC study released in August 2018 , 18.4%

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Physical Education Ideas

JUNE 15, 2019

The Department of Health and Human Services say that children and adolescents age 6 and older need at least an hour a day of physical activity. Playing soccer, dance or other organised team sports are great ways to get fit, but they aren’t the only option. Most of the hour should be either moderate or vigorous aerobic activity.

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

Physical education teachers pushed to go from a traditional game and sports model to a more comprehensive fitness and wellness model. Our young people must be introduced to the benefits of physical activity in schools so that they continue to pursue personal health and wellness beyond school.

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The Sporting

MAY 19, 2023

And if you want some motivation to help you get started, we have put together some benefits one can get through exercising; Burns Excess Calories: Regular exercise helps you to lose excess weight that can lead to obesity. An ample amount of sleep is very essential not only for your body but for the mental health as well.

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Physical Education Update

DECEMBER 21, 2022

There’s a tremendous debate going on in the United States regarding President Obama’s proposed reforms of their health care system. These reforms would provide medical coverage for the 50 million American’s who can’t afford health insurance. And where’s the best place to start the fight against obesity?

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PE with Palos

JANUARY 28, 2021

February is American Heart Month, and with the rise of COVID-19, maintaining cardiac health has become increasingly important for people of all ages. Fast Facts about COVID-19 and Cardiac Health • Heart problems are showing up in patients of all ages. COVID-19 enters a cell using the ACE2 receptor.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Importance of Fitness Education For Students Our country is at a health and wellness crossroads. Obesity affects 20% of children and 42% of adults, putting them at risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. Promote mental health awareness. Ads like this pop up all the time!

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Sports for Schools

JUNE 25, 2021

This is one of the many reasons why physical activities sports need to be promoted more in schools to children, and why we as parents and adults should be more honest with ourselves and recognise our norms have changed. 50% of fathers of obese children will think their child is an ‘alright size’ with 33% of mothers reporting the same.

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Sports for Schools

JUNE 25, 2021

This is one of the many reasons why physical activities sports need to be promoted more in schools to children, and why we as parents and adults should be more honest with ourselves and recognise our norms have changed. 50% of fathers of obese children will think their child is an ‘alright size’ with 33% of mothers reporting the same.

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Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

Across the globe, efforts to promote social distancing directly affected physical activity of youth by closing schools, which affected physical activity opportunities including physical education, recess, after-school sports and activities, and walking and biking to school. Pandemic benefits of physical activity.

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Growing Healthy Kids

JULY 28, 2021

Seek out mental health resources in your school or community. Stress contributes to overeating, anxiety, and sleep disturbances which can all be risk factors for childhood obesity. We need to be hyper-vigilant for the sake of our children’s health –and their very lives. They will experience stress. Everyone has stress, right?

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