SHAPE America

AUGUST 4, 2025

In an age where screen time outpaces physical activity and youth mental health is a rising concern, personal fitness education in high school is imperative. No matter their background or preconceived thoughts about PE, I want every student to discover their movement playground. What Content Is in My Personal Fitness Course?

High School

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.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Physical Education Framework for California Public Schools is a 342-page document that outlines the California state standards for PE. But to start, it is helpful to understand the overarching goal and mission of the California State PE standards. For example, not all physical education programs have access to a pool.

PE

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Chronic Injuries: Otherwise known as overuse injuries, these typically result from repetitive stress or prolonged exposure to specific movements or activities. Effect on Bone Because bone is a living tissue, it can remodel and adapt to the physical stresses imposed on it.

Strength

PLT4M

AUGUST 30, 2022

PE warm up routines are an excellent opportunity to kick start physical education classes. From managing the chaos of beginning class to getting students ready for the physical activity of the day, PE warm up routines are a fun way to get PE class going. PE Warm ups can make for better workouts.

PE