PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. Get Access Here.

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Kids Sports Activities Blog

JULY 30, 2017

Understanding the definition of physical fitness and how it relates to your child’s physical activity and exercise is key to raising a healthy kid. Parents play a huge role in their kids health.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity? Let’s dive in!

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Physical education teachers have long tried to leave the term and memories of “gym class” behind them and spotlight their quality physical education programs. PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness.

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Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

National funds must be set aside to enable our states and provinces and local school boards to provide quality daily physical education led by competent instructors who will instill a love of physical activity and fitness and provide the knowledge and physical tools to enable every student to enjoy a lifelong, healthy lifestyle.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

It is no secret that physical activity is essential to a student’s development. But what is often overlooked is physical activity’s powerful role in managing student behavior. More on The Whole School Model Check out how physical activity and physical education are pillars of the Whole School Model.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

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. In addition, we provide a clear call to action for schools and states to dedicate more physical activity opportunities and daily physical education to empower students.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

These include: STATE GOAL 19: Acquire movement and motor skills and understand concepts necessary to engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity. STATE GOAL 20: Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness based upon continual self-assessment. Reach out to us for a free consultation!

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Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

This question is deeply connected to the question , What is important to learn in physical education in the time available (and to what standard or level of competence) to enable students to continue to pursue being physically active beyond the school gates? Physical activity and fitness orientated physical education.

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. Youth participating in a virtual fitness class at home. In this article Alex X. About The Author : Alex X.

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Physical Education Update

AUGUST 20, 2022

Unfortunately, the administrators who make educational policy are often academics with no grounding in physical fitness—their decisions are based on efficiency rather than sound physiological principles. No more so than scheduling physical education every day one semester and omitting it from the timetable the next semester.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

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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PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

Fitness and Mental Health – A Powerful Solution Usually, studies draw connections between regular exercise and physical activity to physical health benefits. And while regular physical activity can help stave off chronic diseases like high blood pressure and heart disease, there are also critical mental benefits.

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Physical Education Ideas

DECEMBER 30, 2023

To be clear, when talking about physical literacy, we are not talking about teaching kids the ABCs whilst getting them active. If you can teach a student a game that gets them off a device – that’s physical literacy. Physical literacy involves holistic lifelong learning through movement and physical activity.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 23, 2024

National PE & Sport Week is a celebration of the importance of physical education and health education, in addition to kicking off National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Health and physical education is a critical component of a well-rounded education.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

” And although middle school students want a wide variety of options, it doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice introducing and developing critical physical fitness concepts. 3) Boxing Wait, boxing is a middle school physical education unit?

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PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

Over ten years ago, researchers first set out to answer the question, “What is physical literacy?” ” “Physical literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person.”

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PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

As a result, the belief is that students do not need more physical activity via physical education classes. In a recent survey , the most commonly reported reasons for physical education waiver forms were participation in school sports (27.9%) and other school activities such as band, chorus, or JROTC (32.5%).

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Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Easy to Learn, Quick to Setup Indoors & Outdoors Disc It isn’t just a game; it’s a complete Physical Education Unit wrapped up in a kit for 4-10 players that effortlessly merges fun with learning for younger and older students alike. This means less time organizing and more time engaging students in active play.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 18, 2022

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. Young people see yoga as a viable form of physical exercise but aren’t always sure where to start.

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Physical Education Ideas

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love and friendship than by incorporating some heartwarming games into your Physical Education program? It's an opportunity to celebrate love, friendship, and the joy of being active together.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Most grants have larger defining characteristics that physical education can easily address. “The SPARK Grant Finder Tool helps you locate funding for your Physical Education, After School, Early Childhood, Classroom Activity, or Coordinated School Health program. Let us help!

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PE 4 Learning

JANUARY 21, 2023

Gamification in Physical Education refers to the use of game design elements, such as points, badges, leaderboards, and rewards, in a physical education setting. Examples […]

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

But even with the endless options for physical education teachers to choose from, fitness curriculum is becoming a popular go-to for school districts across the country. Fitness curriculum focuses on building skills in physical activity options that students can do beyond the walls of schools.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

For example, the United States recently received a D- on a recent report for overall physical activity for children and youth. However, physical education classes are far from the gym class stereotypes portrayed in popular movies and TV shows.

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PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2023

Functional fitness is any type of exercise or workout that translates to the demands of everyday activities. Rather than hyper-focusing on one element of physical fitness (muscular strength, aerobic endurance, etc.), functional fitness training develops the complete picture of physical function and fitness.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As physical education teachers work to implement a quality physical education program aligned to the California state standards for PE, we break down actionable steps and examples to support students’ journey for a physically active healthy lifestyle.

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Physical Education Ideas

MARCH 14, 2024

The Importance of Easter-Themed Games in PE: While the Easter games are filled with fun and laughter, they also serve an important role in a Physical Education program. Here's why incorporating these egg-citing activities can benefit students: 1.

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Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

His international experience brings a unique perspective to SPH’s PE curriculum, which blends physical activity with cultural appreciation. In addition to the cultural focus, SPH also emphasizes fun and engaging physical activities that resonate with younger students.

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Human Kinetics

MAY 10, 2022

A healthy lifestyle through physical activity is emphasized throughout. Detailed implementation information is provided for the Brockport physical fitness test battery, originated decades ago by Winnick. Inclusion here supports the total activity concept for individuals with disabilities. .

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

But at a high level, four following areas help highlight the benefits of high school physical education: Physical Mental Academics Social-Emotional 1) Physical – When students participate in a quality physical education program, they develop the skills and knowledge to improve and maintain personal fitness.

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Skillastics

APRIL 10, 2022

Mental Health A Brazilian study showed that people who were not engaged in regular physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic had higher levels of anxiety, stress, and depression than people who maintained regular PE. Skillastics® Specialty Digital Programs were there with you as we partnered together in the remote learning world.

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Physical Education Ideas

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Remember, when analyzing physical literacy, what we are talking about goes beyond the traditional notions of physical fitness; it encompasses a broader range of skills and knowledge that empower individuals to participate confidently and competently in physical activities throughout their lives.

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PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

By incorporating movement breaks into the classroom routine, students engage in physical activity, which helps to improve blood circulation and oxygen flow to the brain. Physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins, neurotransmitters that promote a positive mood and improve cognitive abilities.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Physical education provides cognitive content and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge, and behaviors for physical activity and physical fitness.” Middle School PE Lesson Plans Middle school physical education presents its unique challenges and opportunities. Get Access Here.

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PLT4M

MAY 10, 2023

The Tricky Relationship Between Exercise and Self Esteem If we agree that self esteem is the belief and confidence in our own ability and value, we should address how our physical fitness and physical health impact our self esteem. When we take part in regular exercise, we aren’t just impacting our physical health.

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PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education Often the responsibility for motivation is placed solely on the student in physical education (PE) classes. Teachers can fall into the trap of believing certain students don’t have the disposition for physical activity or exercise, which is far from the truth.

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