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Implementing a Standards-Based Personal Fitness Course in High School PE

SHAPE America

My teaching experience has made me realize that students just need a space where they feel comfortable moving. No matter their background or preconceived thoughts about PE, I want every student to discover their movement playground. Knowing these statistics as an educator, I am compelled to shift my teaching approach.

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Fitness Through Play: How to Reimagine Physical Education for Lifelong Wellness

SHAPE America

What if students could build fitness through joyful, purposeful movement? Ive used practices that may have unintentionally shaped negative views of fitness, rather than fostering a lifelong appreciation for movement. Do they understand the why behind the movement? How can you identify what isnt working? Reflect and listen.

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High School Physical Education Curriculum

PLT4M

That’s why it’s essential to prioritize and plan a high school physical education curriculum that not only teaches the foundational elements of health and wellness but also encourages student choice, autonomy, and exposure to a wide variety of activities. Just look at the physical education program at Saratoga Springs High School in New York.

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Jump Rope Activities For Elementary PE

PLT4M

These activities also promote cardiovascular endurance, agility, and perseverance, making them a valuable part of any PE curriculum. Each lesson includes a one page lesson overview, equipment checklist, game setup, teaching cues, standard alignment and more! Download Now! Demonstrates jumping rope in a non-dynamic environment.

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Walking for Life: One Step at a Time

Gopher Sport

As the year progresses, most continue with units focusing on fundamental movement skill development (FMS). Walking can also elevate our heartrates and improve our cardiovascular fitness with lower impact than running or other activities. Types of Walking Teaching students the skill of walking starts with identifying types of walking.

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In Season Strength Training

PLT4M

Essentially, this refers to poor coordination within a series of muscle contractions once a movement is initiated. This is an issue regarding the relationship between the agonist muscle group (those that start the movement) and antagonist muscle groups (those that control the movement). Bonus Content!

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Physical Activity vs Physical Education

PLT4M

Physical Activity is bodily movement of any type. Physical Education programs teach children the skills and knowledge needed to establish and sustain an active lifestyle. These different units are examples of physical education because they teach transferrable life skills that allow students to pursue lifelong fitness.