SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. 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.

Motor Skills

Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 29, 2023

From incorporating the word into a vision board or journal to using it as a guiding principle for decision-making, the selected word can serve as a constant companion and a source of motivation throughout the year. T he practice of choosing a Word of the Year offers a meaningful approach to setting intentions and fostering personal growth.

Schooling

FACTS Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

As we approach Employee Appreciation Day, let’s explore new ways to express sincere gratitude and keep your teachers motivated with small yet meaningful gestures. Here are a few creative ideas to try: Don’t underestimate the power of words. Show them how they fit into the big picture. Need some inspiration?

Creativity

Keeping Kids in Motion

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Team building with students improves productivity, boosts motivation, increases collaboration, encourages creativity, and enriches communication. As in most physical education programs, it has been a tradition for my team to kick off the school year with two weeks of team building and cooperative activities.

Creativity

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 14, 2023

In this blog, we’re featuring 5 of our brand new, innovative products for the upcoming school year that are sure to excite and motivate your students! And for an extra twist, encourage creative movement as they flip their way to victory! With equipment for up to 36 players, teamwork and fitness come together in this energetic game.

Gyms

The Sporting

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

No problem, you can still achieve your fitness goals from home. Defining Your Fitness Vision Your fitness vision is what will help you reach your goals. A few things to keep in mind when crafting your fitness vision: Be realistic: It's important to set achievable goals, otherwise you'll likely get discouraged and give up.

Gyms

AASP

JANUARY 18, 2022

Initially, many people are motivated to begin an exercise program, but as much as 80% of people do not stick with exercise once they have started (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2013). So, what does it take to get/stay motivated and how can you increase the likelihood that you will continue exercising?

Exercise

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Over her career, she helped secure over $200,000 of grant funding for implementation of heart rate technology, fitness equipment, and PLT4M. How do your needs fit the VISION for your program? These can keep you on task and motivated to funding physical education programs.” Slide from Funding Your PE Program webinar.

Physical Education

Keeping Kids in Motion

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Team building with students improves productivity, boosts motivation, increases collaboration, encourages creativity, and. No matter the age, the skill set for students today should include tools for team building and greater communication skills. For access to the 12 posters click, RECIPE FOR TEAM BUILDING!

Creativity

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. Participation continued to grow and one particular day after a race, two parents suggested I start a before-school fitness and running club and offered to help me organize it.

Fitness

Keeping Kids in Motion

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Team building with students improves productivity, boosts motivation, increases collaboration, encourages creativity, and. No matter the age, the skill set for students today should include tools for team building and greater communication skills. For access to the 12 posters click, RECIPE FOR TEAM BUILDING!

Creativity

Reinventing the Game

APRIL 14, 2022

What process does Fig 1 best fits; 1) The teacher’s thinking process when approaching a learning design? In approaching a teaching scenario, the above diagram, Fig 1 , seems to suggest a possible start with Learner Outcome consideration before moving on to decide our intervention strategy, Teacher Input. Or is it vice versa?

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 28, 2023

Furthermore, you can fit 4 or more courts within a gymnasium and can modify the size of each zone as well, allowing for higher numbers of students to be actively engaged in gameplay. Multiple group sizes including individual, partner, and groups of three or more depending on how many teams you have.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

There are so many variations here, use your creativity! Encourage them to use their creativity, perhaps on beat four they choose a new movement together like a Superman position or a Clap/Clap, increasing the cognitive demands of the activities while feeling empowered and playful. Have fun with this process, it can be new to students.

Physical Education

School Yard

JANUARY 23, 2019

Motivating students to develop a life-long love of healthy movement and physical activity is just one of several unique challenges for PE educators. These classic pieces of equipment may already live in your storage space, but combining them with a little creativity can result in an engaging lesson plan.

PE

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 28, 2024

Academic, Behavioral, and Lifelong Benefits: School tennis programs provide a wealth of benefits beyond physical fitness. We know how to be creative! Here are five reasons to start teaching tennis in your PE classes: 1. years longer than those that participate in other sports 2. We are PE teachers.

Schooling

Skillastics

JUNE 23, 2022

Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. As kids are developing interpersonal skills, learning social inclusion, teamwork, and motivation, they can use these not just in the classroom, but at home, and later in their academic careers. Absolutely.

Movement

Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Yet the fittest five children in a year 6 class today are less fit than the least fit were 20 years ago. Engage the students’ voice – giving students a voice and encouraging them to take ‘ownership’ of physical activity that will bring energy and creativity to the activities way beyond what us adults can invent.

Sports

The Sporting

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The best 3-day split workout options for beginners Are you one of those people afraid to take the first step in their fitness journey and begin working out? This 3-day split incorporates many muscle groups each time, to assist you in developing a more physically fit body. Your decision is all that matters.

Exercise

Gopher Sport

JUNE 27, 2023

Consider activities like relay races , dynamic stretching , or quick fitness challenges. Explore interactive fitness games from YouTube creators such as Coach Gelardi or P.E. Establishing positive relationships can foster trust, motivation, and a sense of belonging, ultimately enhancing the overall learning experience.

PE

Skillastics

MAY 10, 2022

If you capture their attention right away with a creative, engaging activity you’ll keep their interest for the duration. When adults join in the fun–even if they’re not perfect–kids are encouraged to bring their imperfect selves to the “Fitness”. If kids are interested, and activities look fun they’re guaranteed to join in.

Movement

AKA Sports

APRIL 15, 2021

Legends in my motivational mind. AKASPORT has always provided active sport and fitness programs loaded with (lead-up) games and activities that create a fun environment, not stressful structure. Younger kids… be free and creative. Frequenters in my early morning routine earbuds. Older kids… this is your time.

Fitness

Gopher Sport

MAY 2, 2022

It is an excellent way to stay fit throughout life, and at the same time enjoy everything that the outdoors has to offer. Students’ motivation, interest, and engagement rise when variety is involved. Have fun, be creative, and teach on! Golf is both an individual sport that can be played that way or in a team format.

Physical Education

Teen Health 101

MAY 17, 2022

Physical activity boosts dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin levels in the brain, which affects focus and attention, reducing the symptoms of ADHD, while also improving concentration, memory, and motivation. “In Social exercise also motivates physical activity and promotes interaction. Link to cover image: , [link].

Exercise

Better Coaching

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

YFO: What is the best way to motivate youth football players? Going to coaches clinics will really helps with creativity. Some fitness, physical activity for kids to keep them away from the keyboard. Motivation. Losing a game can be the result of various mistakes throughout the game. Attainable goals.

Psychology

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 16, 2024

Her passion for movement and creativity led her to develop a brand that promotes health, joy, and community through hula hooping. Marty is dedicated to encouraging others to embrace fun and fitness in their lives. To learn more about the story of CHulaHoopsUSA, you can visit [link] Win an Original & Extreme!

PE Teacher

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Reigniting the Desire for Movement One of the biggest challenges Simon faces in his role is reengaging students who have lost their motivation to be physically active. A Focus on Individual and Small-Team Sports Given the small group sizes at STFS, Simon has had to get creative with the types of sports and activities offered.

Movement

AKA Sports

APRIL 21, 2021

While the idea of not going to school may have seemed pretty great at first, the isolation created a lack of motivation, depression and even a reduction in learning in many teens. While it’s easy to put the responsibility on these kids (after all, they are old enough to be creative with their time and want to be treated like adults!),

Middle School

Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Yet the fittest five children in a year 6 class today are less fit than the least fit were 20 years ago. Engage the students’ voice – giving students a voice and encouraging them to take ‘ownership’ of physical activity that will bring energy and creativity to the activities way beyond what us adults can invent.

Sports

AASP

APRIL 28, 2022

</strong><br /> Whether it’s a windowsill flower or a full outdoor vegetable garden, growing plants has been proven to increase memory retention and creativity, as well as aid in stress reduction. Do something creative.</strong><br Acts of creative expression are linked to overall well-being!</p>

Wellness

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

There are so many variations here, use your creativity! Encourage them to use their creativity, perhaps on beat four they choose a new movement together like a Superman position or a Clap/Clap, increasing the cognitive demands of the activities while feeling empowered and playful. Have fun with this process, it can be new to students.

Physical Education

MSU

APRIL 12, 2019

It took an entire day of practicing before player strategy evolved to fit the new playing dimensions. You’re being creative and coming up with new games for practices. A mentor coach suggested that for our lead-up practices to this game, we should just put lane-lines in our home-pool to narrow the court.

Coaching

Stanford Childrens

AUGUST 31, 2023

These include size-matching adult hearts to older children with advanced 3-D cardiac imaging in a unique donor heart matching program , accepting hearts from people with active hepatitis C and COVID-19 infections—for which there are effective treatments—and creatively using Heart in a Box. I mean, I’m here, so it worked.

Conditioning

PE with Palos

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

so they stay motivated and interested in the lesson. I love to give my students options to choose between different fitness stations or exercises so they feel invested in their learning and physical growth. This helps increase their intrinsic motivation and grabs their attention.

Exercise

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Reduce Frustration: Adapted equipment removes barriers, keeping students engaged and motivated. Resistance Bands for Fitness Exercises How: Use resistance bands to assist students in push-ups and sit-ups , providing support and stability while helping them develop strength progressively. What are your favorite equipment adaptations?

Motor Skills

Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Physical Fitness : The activity promotes cardiovascular health and improves coordination and agility. Engagement : Students find jump bands fun and challenging, increasing their motivation and participation in class. Social Interaction : Working in groups encourages teamwork and communication skills.

Dance