PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

The Bigger Picture Low activity isn’t just a health concern—it impacts academic achievement, mental health, and overall student well-being. Just look at the physical education program at Saratoga Springs High School in New York. A strong, inclusive PE curriculum can help close these gaps.

High School

The Sporting

MAY 7, 2023

Aside from being a fun and adventurous activity, swimming in cold water can provide a variety of physical benefits. It can increase endurance, build muscle strength and improve cardiovascular function, all while helping you achieve weight loss and toning goals. Have You Ever Tried Cold Water Swimming?

Immune system

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.

High School

PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

While marching band is a great form of physical activity, it should not replace physical education. Examples of physical education include teaching concepts and building skills around things like muscular strength, endurance, mobility, cardiovascular health, and more.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Physical fitness is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. These components are cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.

Physical Fitness