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Reasons Movement Teaches Kids to Think and Learn Differently

Skillastics

Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. Movement and physical activity truly helps kids think and learn differently. But when we incorporate group activities, other softer skills are enhanced as well that lead to psychological benefits.

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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

Recent evidence suggests that adding developmentally appropriate cognitive demands to patterned movement stimulates executive function and the precursor skills to reading and math ( Paschen et al., The ability to synchronize movements with rhythm is fundamental to children’s ability to pull to a stand, walk, run, skip, and gallop.

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How To Practice Visualization Meditation With Students

PLT4M

A few examples of what to focus on during our visualization practice include: An upcoming test or presentation The big game or competition A performance or special event Social interactions or gatherings You will notice that many topics listed above can cause psychological stress or negative emotions.

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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

Recent evidence suggests that adding developmentally appropriate cognitive demands to patterned movement stimulates executive function and the precursor skills to reading and math ( Paschen et al., The ability to synchronize movements with rhythm is fundamental to children’s ability to pull to a stand, walk, run, skip, and gallop.

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Mental Health Benefits of Exercise

Teen Health 101

Exercise is known to affect your physical health substantially, but movement also has many benefits on your mental health and well-being. Mindful movement is also a helpful distraction from anxiety and helps one become more present. “In By: Jaclyn Kotora, Contributing Writer. Link to cover image: , [link].

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Keeping Players Motivated with Great Practice Activities

MSU

We know from sport psychology research that motivated players are more likely to stay engaged in a practice activity and give more effort. But if you aren’t familiar with sport psychology or motor learning research, it can be difficult to understand what all of this research means and how it applies to your own practices. No worries!

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Good coaching is the effective manipulation of task constraints, not just telling athletes how to perform

MSU

Perhaps the most important goal for coaches is developing the movement skills of their athletes. Technical skills are the movements used by individual players to achieve important game outcomes, like shooting a basketball jump shot, or putting a shot on goal in soccer or lacrosse. The problem lies with instruction.