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.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.

Motor Skills

Physical Education Update

AUGUST 12, 2022

A trend in physical education has been to make PE classes less difficult so that every student can enjoy them. 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

Heartzones

AUGUST 10, 2023

The Urgency for Applying Individualized Instruction in Physical Education & Sports Fred Keller, (1964) introduced the “personalized system of instruction,” based on 9 accepted educational principles that have produced documented success. Applying the principles for intense exercise requires immediate feedback.

Physical Education

Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Heart Rate & Resistance Training Re-Imagined For Physical Education & Sport “Lifting any weight that increases resistance on your muscles is the key. During strength training in sports and in physical education class, how can one measure the progress of our most vital muscle?

Physical Education

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. He specializes in creating training and physical resources for physical education teachers to promote the inclusion of students with disabilities.

Physical Education

Reinventing the Game

MAY 1, 2021

Physical Education and Physically Educate. These are students who went through our Physical Education (PE) system and the cue/rule they used was a direct observable expectation of a pass which they conveyed without modification to their peers.

Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

A growing number of school districts and states allow exemptions from physical education. First, we break down the physical education waiver form and how schools and states use it. Next, we explore the rise in popularity, concerns around student opt-outs, and what it all means to the subject of physical education.

Physical Education

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. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

Fitness

PLT4M

JUNE 8, 2023

As physical education looks to promote student engagement and lifelong fitness, the FITT principle serves as a valuable tool for the classroom. We explore the FITT principle, its benefits, and 3 different ways to apply it to physical education classes. F – Frequency – how often will you exercise?

Physical Education

Heartzones

MARCH 2, 2022

Imagine a new direction in physical education… Imagine having individual exercise data that was immediately sent to student records, the student, and the parents, each day from physical education classes. The key is the feasibility and speed of merging data for physical education records.

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. This article explores specific programs and approaches for the different levels of students in a high school strength and conditioning program.

High School

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.

Strength

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. Understanding how each business operates can help you find the right strength and conditioning software for your use case.

High School

PLT4M

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Social emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of physical education and can positively impact student health and well-being. This article explores the importance of social emotional learning in physical education and provides practical strategies for incorporating SEL into physical education classes.

Physical Education

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Physical education doesn’t always garner the same level of attention as other academic subjects throughout the school day. But as schools search for ways to support students’ mental health, academic performance, and overall healthy lifestyles, physical education can play a crucial role in student success.

Physical Education

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.

Strength

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. A high school student uses the PLT4M app during his workout.

High School

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Physical education in high school is integral to a student’s educational journey. It is an opportunity for students to learn about their bodies, develop physical skills, and stay healthy. As more people push for student wellness, high school physical education needs to be part of the conversation.

High School

PLT4M

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The purpose of this collaboration is to support physical education teachers and coaches to provide better access and inclusion for students with disabilities. . The solution is quality physical activity and physical education. Some students might benefit from adapted physical education. Learn MORE.

Motor Skills

Spark PE

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Physical education classes today are more diverse and heterogeneous than ever before. The focus is on arranging environmental and social conditions in ways that allow for all students to be more successful as they participate in motor activities. Examples of UDL in Physical Education. See Table 1 for more examples.

Physical Education

PLT4M

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Quality: Beyond getting enough sleep, many students struggle with sleep quality because of external factors like diet, exercise, and sleep hygiene habits. Integrating sleep education into physical education and health classes is a progressive step towards fostering holistic well-being among students. Skein, M.,

Immune system

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. In this article, Sean explores student centered learning examples in physical education with the use of technology. PLT4M Classroom.

Assessment

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

First, we discuss the importance of strength and conditioning for all student-athletes, regardless of gender. There is typically a disparity between male and female participation, whether before and after school or during physical education classes. But these courses are often electives that students must choose to take.

High School

PLT4M

APRIL 5, 2023

45 years later, the world of high school strength and conditioning has grown and evolved. In addition, the BFS program opened doors for schools to see the power and impact of strength and conditioning for all high school students. Bigger Faster Stronger was one of the first-ever programs for high school weight rooms.

High School

Montessori Physical Education

APRIL 2, 2022

Another novel approach is he trains muscle groups in the legs with exercises opposite to their most popular variations, which builds strength and stability. I would like to say that the way he approaches strength and conditioning is the way I approach physical education. For example, I spent years and years squatting.

Coaching

First Beat

AUGUST 21, 2023

Strength and conditioning staff at one of Firstbeat’s customers emphasized that it’s all about building a culture within the building and getting your athletes to trust what you are asking them to do. A Prospective Study of Participation in Optional School Physical Education Using a Self-Determination Theory Framework.

Motivation

Heartzones

MAY 11, 2022

We Needed a Change… During a district wide physical education collaboration, our staff noted that we needed a change and physical education needed to be made a top priority in the Farmington School District. Show them the facts and the statistics of childhood obesity and how important physical education is for them.

Schooling

Elementary PE Teacher

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

I have received requests from fellow physical educators regarding PE activities that can be performed in a small space – such as a classroom setting. Crab crawls are great for conditioning and strengthening the core. Continue this routine until all students have moved through the exercise stations one or two times each.

PE

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

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. Often, there is an assumption that injury prevention exercises must be a dedicated part of a training program.

Strength

PLT4M

APRIL 23, 2024

Students practice form, technique, and strategy throughout workouts to build confidence, comfort, and conditioning when running. Each tread workout is a full follow-along workout. Key Takeaways on Treadmill Workouts Giving students new avenues for fitness can support physical literacy and lifelong health and wellness.

Endurance

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Check out more on the Call For Inclusion with Adapted Physical Education here. People with disabilities are three times more likely to experience secondary health conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. All of which can benefit from regular physical activity. One in four adults in the U.S.

Fitness

School Yard

JANUARY 7, 2022

Several years ago, I was teaching at a new elementary school and wanted to get my community involved in family fitness events to promote exercising while having fun. Depending on your location, weather can change daily so if it is too hot or cold or the conditions are not to participants’ liking they don’t have to come.

Fitness

Informed Practitioner in Sport

MAY 30, 2022

Parents are naturally highly motivated to find the programme that provides most optimal conditions to allow their child’s talents to flourish. When parents and kids (even some coaches) hear the term sport-specific many naturally assume it means that every exercise employed in training should simulate or mimic the sport.

Private Schools

PLT4M

MARCH 7, 2024

Spin bike workouts are a popular form of exercise for individuals of all fitness levels! Spin Bike Workouts For Beginners In Schools Most school fitness centers typically have some type of exercise bike available for students. Consider PLT4M your full learning management system for health and physical education.

Cardio

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

A Closer Look At Each Of the 5 Components of Fitness Incorporating various exercises and activities that target these components within a fitness routine promotes overall physical fitness and reduces the risk of various health issues. There is no one size fits all approach to addressing the 5 components of physical fitness.

Physical Fitness

PLT4M

OCTOBER 18, 2023

” and provide actionable steps to promote a healthier United States via early intervention in physical education. Therefore, regular physical activity and regular exercise can help promote overall physical health. We set out to answer the question “what is health and wellness?”

Wellness