SHAPE America

AUGUST 4, 2025

In my school, our students can select their preferred PE class starting in their sophomore year. How Personal Fitness Fits: My class is a controlled environment where students can safely learn and practice.

High School

SHAPE America

MAY 22, 2025

Learn how to identify their target heart rate zone (and understand why staying within that zone can improve cardiovascular endurance). Students move in ways they enjoy, explore their strengths, and reinforce skills that transfer to recess, sports and recreational life. These quick check-ins help students build awareness and ownership.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 19, 2025

PE teachers can’t do it alone. Even if PE credits are limited, schools can still promote and provide meaningful fitness and wellness opportunities at every grade level. Many of the most successful high school PE programs begin by listening. Collaboration is Key Creating a responsive curriculum takes teamwork.

High School

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

Walking regularly improves cardiovascular health by strengthening the heart and increasing circulation. Students learn the why behind walking for fitness—understanding how it improves cardiovascular health, supports mental wellness, and contributes to lifelong habits. With PLT4M, teachers have a clear roadmap to follow.

Fitness

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Jump rope activities for elementary PE are more than just a way to get kids movingthey help students develop essential motor skills, rhythm, timing, and coordination. These activities also promote cardiovascular endurance, agility, and perseverance, making them a valuable part of any PE curriculum.

Elementary

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 16, 2024

Watch hundreds of PE teachers Hula hooping (some for of the first time) at TAHPERD! It also improves core strength, coordination, and increases mobility! Hula hooping engages students far more than building hula huts or playing ring toss, leading them to naturally gravitate towards this cardiovascular and enjoyable activity.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Examples of physical education include teaching concepts and building skills around things like muscular strength, endurance, mobility, cardiovascular health, and more. And while heart rate is a great health metric, it shouldn’t be the only focus for PE. ” – Michael Graham, PE Teacher.

Physical Activity