SHAPE America

MAY 22, 2025

dance, yoga, aerobics) that meet the need for self-expression. It might look like dancing in your room, walking the dog, shooting hoops with friends, riding a bike, or playing tag at recess. Learn how to identify their target heart rate zone (and understand why staying within that zone can improve cardiovascular endurance).

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

At a high level, 9th-grade physical education classes can help not only expose students to future electives and options but also introduce concepts like muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, and so much more. Just look at the physical education program at Saratoga Springs High School in New York.

High School

Gopher Sport

JULY 12, 2024

If your goal is improving cardiovascular endurance, plan activities such as relay races or cardio kickball that will help enhance your student’s aerobic capacity. A lot of standards include activities like dance and gymnastics, things not everyone will relate to.

PE Teacher

Stanford Childrens

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Moderate exercises include brisk walking, dancing, biking, and recreational swimming. For the majority of young children with heart disease, recreational play is not restricted. They can try both moderate and vigorous exercises. Vigorous exercises include swimming laps, running, tennis, and jumping rope.

Exercise

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

While the spirit of the goal is to improve students’ cardiovascular health and aerobic capacity, it doesn’t meet students where they are at on their fitness journey. They may even want to learn a new activity like yoga, dance, or boxing. And that is okay!

PE

Gopher Sport

JULY 24, 2023

The rhythmic motion of jumping rope helps improve coordination, balance, and cardiovascular fitness. Jump Rope Freeze Dance Play some upbeat music and have students jump rope to the rhythm. Jump rope is not just a simple childhood pastime; it’s an excellent way to keep kids active and engaged during PE.

Creativity

The PE Hub

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Engaging in regular physical activity through PE is known to improve cardiovascular health, which enhances brain function and cognitive abilities such as concentration, problem-solving, and memory retention. Additionally, physical activity has been linked to better sleep patterns, which are crucial for learning and memory consolidation.

Primary School