Gopher Sport

JULY 24, 2023

The rhythmic motion of jumping rope helps improve coordination, balance, and cardiovascular fitness. Jump Rope Freeze Dance Play some upbeat music and have students jump rope to the rhythm. Jump Rope Scavenger Hunt Hide various objects or cards with exercise instructions around the gymnasium or outdoor area.

Creativity

PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

Modeling in Physical Education Physical education provides students with a planned, sequential, K-12 standards-based program of curricula and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge and behaviors for active living, physical fitness, sportsmanship, self-efficacy and emotional intelligence.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. We did so, because we knew that exercise’s mental and physical benefits were essential for students’ well-being while living through a pandemic. Where Did Physical Fitness In School Go?

Physical Activity

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

15 Free Movement Breaks For The Classroom PLT4M is a leader in all things physical fitness and wellness. Breath – Guided breathing exercises that help students take a deep breath and focus. Our ever-growing library of original content includes a variety of programs intended to spark lifelong physical literacy.

Movement

PLT4M

APRIL 11, 2023

The strict press is an excellent exercise for building upper body strength. But when we think about pressing exercises, we typically think about movements like the push-up and bench press (horizontal pressing exercises.) The overhead press is an often-underutilized element of strength training for high school-aged students and athletes.

Movement

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. References: Colquitt, G.,

Assessment

Skillastics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Businesses who are invested in the community can help improve health and fitness for all. It’s also important for recreation, afterschool, and exercise facilities to have options for reusable, durable equipment that isn’t a one-time use. Offer different types of fitness options that are appeal to different fitness types.

Fitness

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Step 1: Build a Foundation The first step to successful high school strength and conditioning curriculum is covering the basics of physical fitness. In addition to introducing barbell movements, we begin to introduce different dumbbell exercises within a training day.

High School

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Physical fitness is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. This article will discuss each component and how it contributes to physical fitness. What Are The 5 Components Of Physical Fitness?

Physical Fitness

PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Physical education provides students with a planned, sequential, K-12 standards-based program of curricula and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge and behaviors for active living, physical fitness, sportsmanship, self-efficacy and emotional intelligence.”

Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

From physical education classes to extracurricular activities, there are various ways to incorporate fitness into a student’s daily routine. By teaching students the basics of exercise, nutrition, and healthy habits, they can develop the skills to make smart lifestyle choices that will benefit them for a lifetime.

Fitness