Dance, Physical Activity and Physical Fitness

Benefits of Physical Activity In Schools

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JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. Get Access Here.

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ISBE PE Standards & Curriculum Alignment

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

These include: STATE GOAL 19: Acquire movement and motor skills and understand concepts necessary to engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity. STATE GOAL 20: Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness based upon continual self-assessment. Reach out to us for a free consultation!

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Want to make your students hearts smile? 6 Valentine's Day Games for PE class

Physical Education Ideas

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love and friendship than by incorporating some heartwarming games into your Physical Education program? Valentine's Day Freeze Dance (Grade 1 to Grade 6): Description: Play music and have students dance around.

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Middle School Physical Education Units

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

” And although middle school students want a wide variety of options, it doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice introducing and developing critical physical fitness concepts. 3) Boxing Wait, boxing is a middle school physical education unit? 4) Dance Let’s turn up the music and have some fun!

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What is Physical Literacy?

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JUNE 15, 2023

Over ten years ago, researchers first set out to answer the question, “What is physical literacy?” ” “Physical literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person.”

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Functional Fitness – What, Why, & How

PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2023

Functional fitness is any type of exercise or workout that translates to the demands of everyday activities. Rather than hyper-focusing on one element of physical fitness (muscular strength, aerobic endurance, etc.), functional fitness training develops the complete picture of physical function and fitness.

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Fitness Curriculum For Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Fitness curriculum focuses on building skills in physical activity options that students can do beyond the walls of schools. And while these are great physical activity options, they only support some students’ long-term physical fitness.

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California State Standards For PE

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As physical education teachers work to implement a quality physical education program aligned to the California state standards for PE, we break down actionable steps and examples to support students’ journey for a physically active healthy lifestyle.

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

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. Youth participating in a virtual fitness class at home. In this article Alex X. About The Author : Alex X.

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Evidence Based Practices In Education

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.”

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Mindful Movement: Best Exercises to Elevate Your Mental Health

The Sporting

MARCH 22, 2023

Studies show that exercise of around 45 minutes two to five days a week can significantly improve mental health and physical fitness. Therefore, it is recommended for older people to include exercise such as dancing in their daily routine to help prevent early memory loss.

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PE Lesson Plans (With Free Downloadble PDFs)

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DECEMBER 15, 2022

Physical education provides cognitive content and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge, and behaviors for physical activity and physical fitness.” Middle School PE Lesson Plans Middle school physical education presents its unique challenges and opportunities. Get Access Here.

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Modeling In Physical Education

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JUNE 20, 2023

For example, a teacher could display an instructional video of a physical activity. Physical education programs incorporate fitness videos like yoga, dance, or boxing, where students can follow along to the instructor modeling and guiding students through a follow-along workout.

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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

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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?

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Grants For Physical Education

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Most grants have larger defining characteristics that physical education can easily address. “The SPARK Grant Finder Tool helps you locate funding for your Physical Education, After School, Early Childhood, Classroom Activity, or Coordinated School Health program. Let us help!

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Fitness Education For Students

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In this article, we’ll discuss the benefits of fitness education for students and how to implement it in the classroom. What is Fitness Education? Fitness education empowers students to explore physical activity and practical skills that support a healthy lifestyle.

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Physical Education Curriculum Models (with Downloadable PDF)

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

Challenges of Planning Physical Education Curriculum Models When planning different physical education curriculum models, it is hard to know where to start. Most physical education classes have a diverse range of students with varying interests and abilities. In this model, students are exposed to different sports and games.

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High School Strength and Conditioning Curriculum

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APRIL 17, 2023

At step 3, students can pursue programs for athletic performance or general physical performance to pursue a physically active lifestyle. Step 1: Build a Foundation The first step to successful high school strength and conditioning curriculum is covering the basics of physical fitness.

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Student Centered Learning Examples Using Technology

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

When students have the autonomy to create individual goals, are provided the knowledge and skills to progress towards those goals, and do so in a social-supportive environment, they are likely to be motivated to be physically active. 2017) Differentiating instruction in physical education: Personalization of learning.

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Movement Breaks For The Classroom – 15 Free Activities

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JUNE 17, 2023

By incorporating movement breaks into the classroom routine, students engage in physical activity, which helps to improve blood circulation and oxygen flow to the brain. Physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins, neurotransmitters that promote a positive mood and improve cognitive abilities.

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Exercise And Self Esteem

PLT4M

MAY 10, 2023

The Tricky Relationship Between Exercise and Self Esteem If we agree that self esteem is the belief and confidence in our own ability and value, we should address how our physical fitness and physical health impact our self esteem. When we take part in regular exercise, we aren’t just impacting our physical health.

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