PLT4M

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Quality: Beyond getting enough sleep, many students struggle with sleep quality because of external factors like diet, exercise, and sleep hygiene habits. However, there are a multitude of benefits of sleep, impacting not only your academic performance but also your overall health and well-being. Skein, M.,

Immune system

Open Phys Ed

JUNE 4, 2024

Module Documents Full Module Packet: Required Materials: All Module Activities: Academic Language Cards: Universal Design Considerations: Activity Plans Bocce Ball: Bean Bag Toss: Spike it Up: Spike it Up: Paddle Style: Bucket Golf: Disc Golf: Can’t see the file links?

Dance

Open Phys Ed

JULY 10, 2023

SIGN UP HERE OPEN Priority Outcomes: Etiquette: (Grades 9-12) Exhibits proper etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity and/or social dance. Personal Responsibility & Safety: (Grades 9-12) Applies best practices for participating safely in physical activity, exercise, and dance (e.g.,

Dance

PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

We did so, because we knew that exercise’s mental and physical benefits were essential for students’ well-being while living through a pandemic. At the same time, headlines started to pop up about the pandemic’s mental and emotional toll on students and its impact on overall academic performance.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] Benefits of Movement Breaks For the Classroom Movement breaks for the classroom offer many benefits for students, and empower students academically and physically. Breath – Guided breathing exercises that help students take a deep breath and focus.

Movement

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. More advanced students can start to do try exercises like a barbell back squat. . Hannon, J.

Physical Education

Open Phys Ed

APRIL 9, 2024

SIGN UP HERE OPEN Priority Outcomes: Etiquette: (Grades 9-12) Exhibits proper etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity and/or social dance. Personal Responsibility & Safety: (Grades 9-12) Applies best practices for participating safely in physical activity, exercise, and dance (e.g.,

Dance

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

With exercise, students elevate their moods, reduce stress, and enhance self-esteem. 3) Academics – If the physical and mental benefits aren’t convincing enough, let’s discuss academic achievement and performance. Therefore, physical education can be the conduit for promoting happier and healthier students.

Physical Education

Skillastics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

There are other nontraditional activities that can help encourage kids to increase not only their physical activity, but improve their mental health, mindfulness, and even academics. Where yoga practices a flow from one exercise pose to another, pilates focuses on core muscle strength, posture, and lower and upper body strength.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. References: Colquitt, G.,

Assessment

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. school news, exercises, and workouts) before content is delivered through the app.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MARCH 5, 2024

When & Where To Teach Social-Emotional Learning In Middle & High School The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is the nation’s leading organization advancing the development of academic, social and emotional competence for all students. Lesson plans on emotions can help!

High School

PLT4M

MAY 22, 2024

For example, chronic illnesses, poor nutrition, and unmanaged stress can lead to absenteeism, decreased concentration, and lower academic performance. But without good health, students’ ability to engage and excel is severely compromised. PLT4M has a full slate of PE lessons for physical education teachers to choose from!

Health Education

Skillastics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

There are other nontraditional activities that can help encourage kids to increase not only their physical activity, but improve their mental health, mindfulness, and even academics. Where yoga practices a flow from one exercise pose to another, pilates focuses on core muscle strength, posture, and lower and upper body strength.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

Not only is physical wellness on the decline, we are also seeing an increase in mental illness a, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues. While it isn’t a panacea, physical activity and exercise have been shown to positively influence ALL of these troubling trends.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Physical education, as defined by Shape America , is just like any other subject in school, “Physical education is an academic subject and serves as the foundation of a CSPAP and, as such, demands the same education rigor as other core subjects. Long term health benefits depend on a continuation of the physical activity.

Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

By teaching students the basics of exercise, nutrition, and healthy habits, they can develop the skills to make smart lifestyle choices that will benefit them for a lifetime. Equipping students with skills and knowledge through physical education and other opportunities makes them more likely to continue exercising beyond school.

Fitness

PLT4M

MARCH 4, 2024

As most teachers set out to find health education lesson plans, they are often in search of resources and information on health topics like: Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits Physical Activity and Exercise Programs Mental Health Education (Stress Management, Coping Mechanisms, Mindfulness) Substance Abuse Prevention (Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, etc.)

Health Education

Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

All in-person recreation was closed, including youth sports, dance, martial arts, and exercise classes. On the positive side, in the US, exercise was generally considered an “essential activity” so people could use streets and sidewalks for walking, running, and biking. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine.

Physical Activity

Magnus Health

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Regular Exercise One of the best things to help manage stress is physical activity. Exercise equals strong heart health! Activities such as nature walks, desk yoga, stretching, and games like freeze dance or human knot are easy to do within the classroom for a few minutes to get kids up and moving and their hearts pumping.

Health