SHAPE America

APRIL 20, 2023

It is time to explore what our surroundings have to offer, while maintaining our physical health. Going outside to be physically active helps increase a person’s mood, their fine motor skills, social skills, and personal wel-being. Never underestimate your ability to create and teach new games and activities.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

Every May, we celebrate physical educators and coaches — the “champions” who help kids gain the confidence, competence, and motivation to be physically active in school, before and after school, and for the rest of their lives. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.

Motor Skills

SHAPE America

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I am a proud alum of the New York public school system who was nourished and supported by the amazing efforts from teachers, coaches, professors, and community members who guided me. As a child, I was privileged and fortunate to have attended elementary school and middle school in one of New York City’s most diverse districts.

Physical Education

Active Schools Us

MARCH 24, 2021

As a basketball fanatic and coach, I challenge all sports fans and caring community members to take a quick break from March Madness to advocate for one often overlooked part of our education system that is critical to the development of the student athletes who are wowing us during this year’s tournament: physical education.

Coaching

Elementary P.E. Games

APRIL 2, 2024

If you’re looking for more brain breaks for kids, would you rather brain breaks, freeze dance games for kids, movement activities, classroom games or just dance / freeze dance activities then you came to the right spot! Classroom Games For Kids – Sonic Would You Rather Brain Break Activity!

Movement

SHAPE America

MAY 23, 2023

As an elementary physical education teacher in the Bronx, NY, I’m always looking for ways to stretch my PE budget and introduce my students to new physical activities. Here are some examples of the types of grants I’ve received, along with my advice on how you might find similar grants for your physical education classes.

Physical Education

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Movement is defined as changing the position of one’s body parts relative to each other. Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably.

Physical Activity

Aspire-Ed

MARCH 27, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that following an extensive quality assurance check by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) — Aspire Training Solutions and Aspire:ED has been awarded “ Enhancing ” status—the highest level of quality ratings that an education provider can achieve.

Achievement

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Movement is defined as changing the position of one’s body parts relative to each other. Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably.

Physical Activity

Aspire-Ed

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

The foundations of our physical activity behaviours start in the earliest of years. Children who develop physical literacy in the Early Years are more likely to enjoy being physically active, and they have lower morbidity and mortality across their life course. But how do you create this movement philosophy?

Physical Activity

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Due to a variety of factors including less opportunity for physical activity throughout the day, more seated classroom time, and fewer foundational motor experiences (swinging, climbing trees, jumping rope, building forts, and kicking the can in the alley), children’s fundamental motor skills are on the decline ( Brian et al.,

Physical Education

Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In today’s competitive sports environment, parents, coaches, and young athletes are increasingly pressured to focus on one sport from an early age. The Physical and Mental Costs of Early Specialization Overuse Injuries One of the most prominent concerns surrounding early specialization is the high risk of overuse injuries.

Sports

Open Phys Ed

MARCH 21, 2023

Grade 8) Responds appropriately to participants’ ethical and unethical behavior during physical activity by using rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts. Grade 8) Demonstrates respect for self by asking for help and helping others in various physical activities.

Middle School

PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. In this article Alex X. About The Author : Alex X. In simple words, they become better at their lessons and learning.

Physical Education

Sports Coaching FAQ

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Balance is a fundamental skill that plays a vital role in a variety of physical activities and sports. In order to coach balance, a progressive programme of exercises and movements should be used. Dynamic balance is the ability to maintain stability while performing movements. Static Balance training.

Coaching

Aspire-Ed

MAY 18, 2023

For teachers and coaches, it means all those things and more. Because when you’re boosting children’s physical and mental health, expanding your knowledge base doesn’t just benefit you. For many pupils, school provides the mainstay of their physical activity. It gives pupils a better start in life.

Coaching

The PE Geek

APRIL 9, 2023

2016), video feedback provides a visual learning experience that can help students better understand their movements and identify areas for improvement. This extension allows teachers and coaches to quickly capture and replay video of their students without having to stop the action or use additional equipment.

PE

Whole Child Sports

JANUARY 6, 2020

We do this because, as parents, we are our children’s first coaches. As our children grow into physically active, upright beings and we introduce them to sports, we pass the coaching baton to others, hopeful that while playing sports with their peers, our kids will be taught new skills, make friends, and develop a passion for exercise.

Coaching

Learning Through Sport

JUNE 4, 2022

The rationale for this spend is improvement in student outcomes (teacher PD) and player outcomes (coach PD). Recently, the Active Healthy Kids Alliance released Global Matrix 4.0. It 'paints a picture' of countries like Australia confronting a movement ability 'crises'. The children of 30+ years ago are the parents of today.

Teaching

Learning Through Sport

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Associated with that, is commentary suggesting generally a declining participation in physical activity as part of one’s valued ‘way of life’. There is limited evidence of sport teaching in physical education transferring to physical activity participation 'beyond the school gate' in any numerical sense of significance.

Teaching

Learning Through Sport

JUNE 3, 2023

Regular physical activity is essential for children's health and well-being. There are a number of factors that can contribute to youth sport dropout, and two factors clubs and sport bodies have most control over are the quality and type of coaching, and the nature of the sport experience. MacDougall et al.,

Sports

Heartzones

AUGUST 11, 2022

First, for the fitness enthusiast, you should generate energy (aka burn calories) through physical movement activities of your choice. Third, the key to your success is to kept track of your physical activity. . You can come up with as many different movement activity ideas as you choose!

Fitness

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

Challenges of Planning Physical Education Curriculum Models When planning different physical education curriculum models, it is hard to know where to start. Most physical education classes have a diverse range of students with varying interests and abilities. In this model, students are exposed to different sports and games.

Physical Education

Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Kids start playing organized sports at increasingly younger ages, encouraged by coaches, schools, and often, parents. After all, sports promote physical fitness, socialization, teamwork, and discipline. Bad Coaching Decisions Coaching plays a pivotal role in both preventing and contributing to overuse injuries in amateur athletes.

Sports

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Historically, sport coaches and strength coaches have worked with high school athletes, but now physical education teachers are getting involved. Hopefully, there are qualified coaches who can assist in this, but this isn’t always the case at the high school level.

High School

The Sporting

APRIL 3, 2024

A strong, well-conditioned body can run faster, jump higher, lift heavier weights and perform better overall in various physical activities. Firstly, the physical demands of sports activities can put immense strain on the body, leading to overuse injuries or acute injuries from sudden movements.

Nutrition

Physical Education Ideas

JULY 27, 2019

As children develop cognitively, their play will move more towards games with sophisticated rules which brings in the importance of fundamental movement skills. ENTER PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER. program revolves around the 11 more significant fundamental movement skills associated in Grade K – 2. The cornerstone of my P.E.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Due to a variety of factors including less opportunity for physical activity throughout the day, more seated classroom time, and fewer foundational motor experiences (swinging, climbing trees, jumping rope, building forts, and kicking the can in the alley), children’s fundamental motor skills are on the decline ( Brian et al.,

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

In this blog post, we will explore the importance of lifetime fitness activities in physical education and provide examples for class and life beyond. What Are Lifetime Fitness Activities? As a result, students are more likely to find a physical activity option that they like now and that they can continue into adulthood.

Fitness

School Yard

MARCH 19, 2019

Students who are given opportunities through physical education classes to participate in competition get to practice active mindfulness. Playing a sport requires students to be present in the moment and see how their actions impact their teammates, coaches and opponents. Sportime Economy Play and Exercise Ball.

Physical Education

Heartzones

MARCH 24, 2022

At a glance: High school PE teacher (25+ years) and assistant football coach at Stillwater Public Schools in Stillwater, MN. . Butch Nash Outstanding Assistant Coach Award – 2019. Awarded Minnesota State Physical Education Teacher of the Year 2018. A Trailblazer you should know: . DARRELL SALMI.

Obesity

PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education Often the responsibility for motivation is placed solely on the student in physical education (PE) classes. Teachers can fall into the trap of believing certain students don’t have the disposition for physical activity or exercise, which is far from the truth.

Motivation

PLT4M

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Now, a quality physical education program offers a wide range of physical activity options like pickleball, yoga, dance, and other lifetime fitness activities. Nothing is harder than teaching barbell movements to teenagers. Athletic Physical Education Classes In Action Athletic PE is not a new concept. .”

PE

PLT4M

JUNE 22, 2022

We need to dedicate time to movement and activity. So why sign up for a fitness and movement program? Well, there’s a wide range of physical and mental benefits that promote better learning and well-being. Taking part in regular physical activity is one part to living a happy and healthy life.

Fitness

PLT4M

APRIL 5, 2023

And as more people saw the upside of weight training programs in the 70s and 80s, high school coaches also wanted to tap into the benefits of weightlifting for young athletes. But most high school coaches had little experience or knowledge in the weight room. Just look at Naperville North High School in Illinois. ” Read More!

High School

PLT4M

MARCH 24, 2023

How can we turn that it into physical activity and exercise? Over the last 10 years, we have built and evolved our physical education app to directly impact and benefit students and PE teachers. Over the last 10 years, we have built and evolved our physical education app to directly impact and benefit students and PE teachers.

Phys Ed

Heartzones

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Brian Nassif sees that all his students are engaged when they get instant visuals of their heart rate and how their movement impacts them. Heart Zones’ reports offer multiple means to express their learning and goals via FIT points, MVPA (Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity), Zones, etc.

Schooling