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Add Movement to the School Day to Boost Student Physical Activity and Learning

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

There are fewer sunlit hours after school for children to be outside and physically active. This time of year, it is increasingly important to incorporate physical activity into the school day. Adding more movement — through physical education, recess and active classrooms — is essential for beating the almost-winter blues.

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High School Strength and Conditioning Curriculum

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

At the high school level, the weight room is a classroom. Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. A physical education teacher works with a student in a high school strength and conditioning class.

High School

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Strength And Conditioning Software For High Schools

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2023

Strength and conditioning software is a powerful tool. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of strength and conditioning software for high schools and how to choose the right software for your needs. PLT4M is best known as the strength and conditioning software for education. Ready to Learn More?

High School

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Strength And Conditioning App – 5 Keys for High Schools

PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2023

What is the right workout app for high school strength and conditioning? We break down the 5 keys for a high school strength and conditioning app. In addition, we highlight schools across the country using a strength and conditioning app for PE and athletics.

High School

High School Strength Conditioning Schooling

Strength and Conditioning Templates

PLT4M

JANUARY 12, 2024

A well-structured strength and conditioning program can enhance strength, power, speed, agility, capacity, and endurance while reducing the risk of injury. This is where strength and conditioning templates come into play. With Excel, coaches could write training programs with exercises, sets, reps, and percentages.

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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

Include at least three motor skills and one foundational movement skill every Motor Skill Monday (every day is even better!) Locomotor skills are the fundamental motor skills we most often associate with successful movement, especially in sports. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.

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Can You Use CrossFit In Physical Education Classes?

Physical Education Update

AUGUST 12, 2022

And in at least one high school, it has been extremely successful. The video above shows an example of how Crossfit concepts can be used in a high school physical education setting, as a program for students who want to work harder than in their traditional PE classes.

Physical Education

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Female Athlete Training – 5 Keys To Success For High Schools

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Female athlete training at the middle and high school level deserves our attention. First, we discuss the importance of strength and conditioning for all student-athletes, regardless of gender. Next, we break down 5 keys to success when creating more opportunities for female athlete training at your school.

High School

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Strength and Conditioning Classes – 7 Keys To Success

PLT4M

JANUARY 18, 2023

Strength & conditioning classes are becoming a popular physical education offering. We take stories and insights from schools across the country to highlight 7 keys to successful strength and conditioning classes. 7 Keys To Successful Strength and Conditioning Classes Every school is different.

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High School Physical Education – 4 Keys To Success

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Physical education in high school is integral to a student’s educational journey. However, high school physical education is at a crossroads with a lack of funding, lowering graduation requirements, and little respect for the subject. 2) Mental – High school is a tough time for many students.

High School

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Fitness And Mental Health – A Call To Action For Schools

PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

This article will discuss the importance of fitness and mental health in schools and the need for schools to take action through a deeper investment in physical education. Mental Health Issues Facing Students The mental health conditions of students are a major public health concern. struggles to answer the call to action.

Fitness

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In Season Strength Training

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

While in-season, your athletes will adapt to the rigors of practices and games, often reaching peak physical conditioning for that sport. High school athletes particpate in an in season lift. In high school athletics, or any level for that matter, maintaining a stable roster is KEY.

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Strength High School Movement Conditioning

Early Specialization vs. Multi-Sport Participation: What’s the Best Approach for Long-Term Athletic Success and Injury Prevention?

Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

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. Young athletes who specialize in one sport are subject to the same movements, muscles, and joints being stressed repeatedly.

Sports

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Bigger Faster Stronger – Building On A Legacy

PLT4M

APRIL 5, 2023

Bigger Faster Stronger was one of the first-ever programs for high school weight rooms. 45 years later, the world of high school strength and conditioning has grown and evolved. But most high school coaches had little experience or knowledge in the weight room.

High School

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Strength Training For Injury Prevention

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

We explore the what, why, and how of strength training for injury prevention and how it relates to the high school weight room. Strength Training For Injury Prevention In Action High school physical education and athletic departments all across the country are embracing the power of strength training for injury prevention.

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Hang Clean Form

PLT4M

MARCH 21, 2023

The hang clean is a popular movement in strength and conditioning programs. Lastly, we will talk about some of the common mistakes when performing the hang clean and break down tips and tricks to maximize the exercise. Let Us Do The Heavy Lifting Nothing is harder than teaching barbell movements to teenagers.

Movement

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Sport Specific Training

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Instead, let’s unpack what athletes and coaches WANT, and the best means of accomplishing it given the context of middle and high school sports. Some of the major factors driving this movement are: Competition Money Social Media Lack of Education Competition: What drives athletes at almost any age is the desire to be the best.

Sports

Sports Sports Sport Strength

Barbell Front Squat Form

PLT4M

APRIL 25, 2023

The barbell front squat is an excellent movement for students to learn and develop. Whether for athletic development or general fitness, the barbell front squat is one of the most effective exercises for developing muscular strength. This article will explore technique and movement tips for great barbell front squat form.

Movement

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Barbell Bench Press Form

PLT4M

MAY 5, 2023

The barbell bench press is an excellent movement for students to learn and develop. Whether for athletic development or general fitness, the barbell bench press is one of the most effective exercises for developing muscular strength. This article will explore technique and movement tips for great barbell bench press form.

Movement

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

He has taught physical education at preschool, elementary, and high school levels and courses related to exercise science, coaching, health, and wellness at the university level. Physical activity is an important factor in the prevention of secondary conditions.

Physical Education

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Strength And Conditioning Software For High Schools

Strength And Conditioning App – 5 Keys for High Schools

Strength and Conditioning Templates

5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

Can You Use CrossFit In Physical Education Classes?

Female Athlete Training – 5 Keys To Success For High Schools

Strength and Conditioning Classes – 7 Keys To Success

High School Physical Education – 4 Keys To Success

Fitness And Mental Health – A Call To Action For Schools

In Season Strength Training

Early Specialization vs. Multi-Sport Participation: What’s the Best Approach for Long-Term Athletic Success and Injury Prevention?

Bigger Faster Stronger – Building On A Legacy

Strength Training For Injury Prevention

Hang Clean Form

Sport Specific Training

Barbell Front Squat Form

Barbell Bench Press Form

Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

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