Moving Minds Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

As Thanksgiving approaches, gratitude and thankfulness trickle to the forefront. We know that gratitude can improve physical and mental health through better sleep, higher immunity rates, lowered depression and anxiety and reduced risk of disease (UCLA Health, 2023). Following are some ideas for how we can integrate gratitude with movement for our students: Complimentary Post-Its [.

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PE Scholar

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Book Review by Lee Sullivan ‘Inclusive PE for SEND Children’ by Faith M.

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Player Development Project

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Reader,​​ Over the years of interviewing hundreds of experts for the PDP community, one question I have consistently asked is “what are the key characteristics of an effective coach?” The answers obviously vary, but one common thread that emerges from the best in the business, is self-awareness. ​​Self-awareness is essential to understanding the impact of every intervention you make, every word you say, your body language on the sideline and of course it’s essential in showing empathy towards.

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Complete Performance

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In today’s episode of the PerformHappy podcast, we’re diving into the high-pressure world of youth sports, where young athletes often grapple with the stress of impending competitions, potential setbacks, and the fear of disappointment. As parents, we’re all too familiar with the challenges our young… The post Helping Kids Navigate the Pressure of Upcoming Competitions with the Help of One of Dr.

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Speaker: Jeremy Kellem, M.Ed. - Educational Strategist, Former Athlete, and CEO/Founder of W.I.N. (We Impact Now, LLC)

For many students, physical education is critical to becoming active and developing healthy routines. But how is this possible anymore with the repercussions of the pandemic? Years of COVID-19, social distancing, and virtual learning have all had a profound effect on students, which means educators need to adjust their classes accordingly. The good news is that P.E. can still play a vital role in helping students intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

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Fit and Fun Play

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Modern sport and wellness trends have dramatically transformed the global culture for most people. Communities, families, and individuals have gained immense exposure to the benefits of fitness as well as competitive play. This decades-long shift has provided generations of people with incredible opportunities to grow, share, and connect with others.

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What's New in Adapted Physical Education

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In this exciting episode of What's New in Adapted PE, Dr. David Howe was interviewed about his career journey and the status of ableism (and attempts to overcome it) within physical activity settings. Dr. Howe ( @pdhowe9 ) is a Professor in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario. He is a former Paralympian and has conducted extensive research in physical activity cultures related to disability sport and related health outcomes.

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