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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

PLT4M

Martínez is a Project Coordinator for the Community Health Department at Lakeshore Foundation and an Inclusion Specialist for The National Center on Health Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD). Physical activity is an important factor in the prevention of secondary conditions.

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Heart Rate & Resistance Training Re-imagined For Physical Education & Sports

Heartzones

Check out the heart rate graph, that displays the heart rate of two different high school students throughout her training protocols, which included strength training using a variety of unusual resistance devices, while also providing interval aerobic conditioning. Imagine having the heart rate data for every student, every day.

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Physical Education Articles For Advocacy

PLT4M

These cutbacks come at a time when the United States is struggling with increased rates of childhood obesity, mental health issues, and concerns about academic performance of students. For example, the United States recently received a D- on a recent report for overall physical activity for children and youth.

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Medication Administration: Best Practices and School Policies

Magnus Health

When you think of someone with a chronic condition, you may picture an adult with heart disease, cancer, or obesity. . According to the National Library of Medicine, about 20% live with chronic conditions that require medicine or therapy. Coordinating Medications With Parents . Education .

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

Physical activity provides many health benefits to children and adolescents [SJ3] , mainly related to mental health, obesity, and risk factors for future chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. But there is a possibility the reduction in physical activity could impact the COVID-19 pandemic itself.