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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

PLT4M

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. In this article Alex X. Martínez explores and expands on adapted physical education and physical activity and offers practical insights for schools and communities. About The Author : Alex X.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Do You Know The Story of Nurse DonQuenick Joppy?

Relentless School Nurse

The blog post is in support of nurse DonQuenick Joppy, whose career and personal life have been upended by an injustice that could happen to any nurse, but especially, to nurses of color. In this era of restorative justice, calling out racism in nursing is not exempt. It is a hard truth, that the history of nursing is filled with injustices to nurses of color.

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Outward Appearances Can Belie the Talents Within

Physical Education Update

In the “Looks Can be Deceptive” category. Never discount a person, no matter how feeble or unassuming they may appear. This video shows a tiny old lady participating in a talent show. She’s 80 years of age, can barely walk, doesn’t hear too well and her hands shake as she is holding the microphone. Then, when she sings, she absolutely fills the room with her voice.

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How to Say and Show Respect

Active Schools Us

By: Jim Hambel I would like to dedicate this article to the memory of my maternal grandmother, Bernice Lefkowitz. She passed away before the new year began. I am very fortunate to have known her in my life. Although I didn’t meet her until I was 10, she had a big impact on my life. My parents divorced when I was 10. While I am now a calm person, as a child, I was so angry.

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Reimagine the Role of PE to Reconnect With Your Students

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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The Biggest Stadiums in the World

The Sporting

The 9 Biggest Stadiums In The World Stadiums play a crucial role in the world of sports, of course as a venue to watch games being played, but also as a place of almost religious significance for fans. Which of these cathedrals of sport is the biggest in the World? Which stadium has the biggest capacity? Read on to find out… The iconic Camp Nou football stadium, Barcelona There are hundreds of stadiums in the world.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Why We Leave

Relentless School Nurse

Why school nurses leave their positions has been on my mind a lot lately. I noticed a significant uptick of conversations on Facebook about nurses who were resigning. Some negotiated an earlier “release” date to preserve their own mental health. The support for these school nurses who are leaving our ranks is plentiful and filled with sentiments like, “I might coming right behind you.” One school nurse I contacted explained her difficult decision to leave her school dist

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Spring Forward Into Better Sleep

Stanford Childrens

While there was news about a bill going through Congress that would make daylight saving time permanent, that legislation has not become law. So it’s that time of year again to change the clock. Daylight saving time – when clocks jump forward one hour in most states – is just around the corner, and it can be a tricky time for kids as they need to adjust.

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The Biggest Sumo Wrestlers of All-Time

The Sporting

The 8 Biggest Sumo Wrestlers Ever! Sumo wrestling is an ancient sport in Japan with immense historical and cultural significance. This sport is an intense physical competition, but the Japanese consider it an integral part of their culture. It showcases tradition, discipline and respect- and many sumo wrestlers weigh over 500 pounds. But who are the biggest sumo wrestlers of all-time?!

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Erythritol Rebuttal

Designs for Health

Commentary on the 2023 study: “The artificial sweetener erythritol and cardiovascular event risk” by Witkowski M., et al. Cristiana Paul, MSᵃ and David M. Brady, ND, DACBN, IFMCP, FACNᵇ A recent study by Witkowski M., et al., has investigated correlations between various plasma “metabolomics,” including sugar alcohols, such as erythritol (ET), and cardiovascular disease (CVD) events.¹ Plasma ET may be derived from either endogenous production of ET (glucose or fructose) or exogenous intake of

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Parkour Can Spice Up Your Gymnastics Unit

Physical Education Update

Parkour (sometimes abbreviated to PK) is a sport in which participants use a variety of gymnastics, tumbling and balance moves to run quickly through an urban environment. Participants negotiate obstacles by jumping, vaulting, swinging, climbing and scaling walls. While Parkour is not competitive, its close relative, “Freerunning,” is a competition sport.

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How Physical Education Plays a Core Role in Student Development

Speaker: Shane Pill PhD, MEd, BEd, LMACHPER, FACHPER - Physical Education and Sports Researcher, Professor, Consultant, and Speaker

Physical education is an important part of the development of the whole person: physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. By providing education in movement competency, education on using movement to develop the ability to be self-regulated and motivated, and education through movement to develop ‘habits of mind’ for positive and constructive engagement with others, PE provides a basis for personal and community health and wellbeing.

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May Daily Holidays & Observances Printable Calendar

S&S

Need activity ideas and themed products for your program each month? Download and print our daily holidays and observances calendar! See the link below for our May 2023 Calendar. Refer to the calendar when you need inspiration, whether you are … Read More The post May Daily Holidays & Observances Printable Calendar appeared first on S&S Blog.

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The Greatest South African Rugby Players of all time

The Sporting

5 of the Best South African Rugby Players of All Time The Springboks have a very proud rugby history and have achieved much in the game including Rugby World Cup wins in 1995, 2007 and 2019. New Zealand are the only other nation to have won it on three occasions. But who are the Springbok’s greatest ever players? Naas Botha - Springbok Great Here I have picked 5 players who I think are among the best to have worn the famous green and gold jersey.

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Social Worker Overcomes Trauma, Grief, and Injury to Pursue Her Dream Career

Stanford Childrens

Listening without judgment, connecting patients with resources, building bridges, helping families stay strong. Handling stressful situations with compassion and empathy. These are just a handful of the attributes of health care social workers, especially the more than 70 who work at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. “Social work breaks barriers” is how the National Association of Social Workers describes the profession, as the organization commemorates Social Work Month in March.

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Sun and Mud and a Spring Day and Just Having Fun

Physical Education Update

At last! After long winter months of running in school hallways. After endless hurdle drills on linoleum and cement. After dreary, dark training runs on icy roads—Spring had sprung. We were finally the recipients of a beautiful, sunny Spring day, and, track coach that I am, it was time to rejoice. Although it was partly snow-covered, 200 meters of our outdoor track had melted.

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Conquering Friedreich's ataxia and staying physically active

My Zone

Meet Kelly Gregory, a woman challenging the way we think about what we’re all capable of. On a journey of physical activity and MEP collecting, she’s achieving so much more than just the hard workouts.

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Golf's Greatest Players: Gary Player

The Sporting

A Profile of Gary Player: Iconic Golfer Gary Jim player, nicknamed the Black Knight and Mr Fitness, was born November 1, 1935, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Player was regarded as the World's most travelled athlete, and also one of the very best professional golfers in the World in the post-World War II era. He was only the third man after Gene Sarazen and Ben Hogan to have won all four major tournaments, also known as the modern golf Grand Slam.

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May Printable Fitness Challenge Calendar

S&S

Our May 2023 Fitness Challenge Calendar is here! Keep kids and active during the month of May! This printable calendar is a great resource that teachers can share with students and encourage them to do at home or as an … Read More The post May Printable Fitness Challenge Calendar appeared first on S&S Blog.

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New Heart Rate Recovery Feature from Firstbeat Sports Provides More Insights for Coaches

First Beat

The new Heart Rate Recovery (HRR) feature from Firstbeat Sports provides an additional tool for coaches to assess the status of their athletes, giving further insights into conditioning and recovery status. The feature itself identifies the best HRR from your specific time (e.g. a session or drill) for 30s, 60s, and 120s, and it provides both absolute (bpm) and % HRmax values, making it easy for you to track the metric from whichever period you desire.

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Walking in Her Purpose: Nurse Leader Kimberly M. Williams on Health Equity

Stanford Childrens

For more than three decades, Kimberly M. Williams, DNP, MSN, RN, NE-BC, has dedicated her career to serving patients at every level. She started in health care as a front desk clerk and worked her way up to her current role as director of Nursing Operations of the Bass Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Diseases at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health.

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Know the Game: A Guide to Handball

The Sporting

Everything You Need to Know About the Game of Handball Handball, sometimes called team handball or Olympic handball, has featured in every Summer Olympics since 1972. It is the second-biggest sport in Europe in terms of participation and viewing figures, behind football. Handball also ranks second behind ice hockey in the list of fastest team sports!

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April Daily Holidays & Observances Printable Calendar

S&S

Need activity ideas and themed products for your program each month? Download and print our daily holidays and observances calendar! See the link below for our April 2023 Calendar. Refer to the calendar when you need inspiration, whether you are … Read More The post April Daily Holidays & Observances Printable Calendar appeared first on S&S Blog.

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ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS Baseball – No Equipment Necessary – Plus a bonus game

Keeping Kids in Motion

Many of my favorite games are ones that require little or no equipment. These games are perfect for instant activities, where the students see the game on a screen or whiteboard and immediately take action. Have you ever gone through your lesson and realized.

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Rising Stanford University Track Star Turns Injury Into Opportunity

Stanford Childrens

Ever since Cate Peters was 7 years old, she wanted to go to Stanford University. And every time she opened her closet door, she was reminded of that dream. “At my second-grade book fair, I brought home a Stanford poster. It has been a part of my room all of these years, through middle school and high school. It has always been my focus,” Cate says. This year, the high school senior’s dream came true.

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The Most Popular Sports in Egypt

The Sporting

The 6 Most Popular Sports in Egypt Egypt is home to ancient wonders, seven UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Valley of Kings, friendly people, delectable gastronomy and one-of-a-kind culture. But Egypt is also a proud sporting nation, but which sports are most popular amongst Egyptians. The iconic footballer Mo Salah Yes, it’s true! Egypt has produced some of the most talented athletes and sportspeople in North Africa, and it has a history of success in several international competitions.

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When You and Your Spouse Argue About Parenting

RC Families

It’s not unusual for parents to argue about parenting. We all come from different homes where we were treated differently as kids. One home may have had yelling and reactive parenting role models while the other had more passive and wavering. This causes fights between Mom and Dad, which results in more family conflicts and.

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Premier League Primary Stars Webinars

PE Scholar

#PLPrimaryStars are hosting three webinars to boost teachers' confidence when discussing important topics: ⚽️ Racism and Diversity, 7 March ?️‍?

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Recent Review Investigates Potential Link Between Cardiovascular Health, Inflammation, and the Gut Microbiome

Designs for Health

The gut-heart axis refers to the relationship between the gut microbiome and cardiovascular health. The body’s inflammatory response is believed to be an important factor in the gut-heart axis. A recently published review by Wang and colleagues explores the potential link between cardiovascular function, the inflammatory response, and the gut microbiome.

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5 Easy-To-Remember Chess Endgame Tips

The Sporting

5 Tips to Improve Your Chess Endgame Lots of players are focused on learning everything about openings and tactics in Chess. However, learning the endgame is often ignored, even though it’s the best way to increase your rating. A dramatic Chess picture that makes little sense but looks good. Being able to find a tactic that gives you a win won’t matter much if you can’t convert that winning position into a victory.

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Assignment Wizardry! Setting PE Homework and Class work for Impact - Part 2

The Everlearner

Setting, managing, reviewing and diagnosing the outcomes of assignments, classwork and homework is a crucial part of a classroom-based PE teacher's role. In last week’s blog post , I shared my first five tips that PE teachers should be using to ensure that their assignments are effective, followed by a LIVE webinar on YouTube in which I expanded on these ( the webinar is available on catch-up here ).

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Major Government funding announcement & commitment to PE and school sport

Association for Physical Education

08/03/23 Major Government funding announcement & commitment to PE and school sport Today, on International Women’s Day the Government is setting out new standards for equal access to sports, making […] The post Major Government funding announcement & commitment to PE and school sport appeared first on Association for Physical Education - Association For Physical Education | P.E.

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MCT Oil and Periodontal Wellness

Designs for Health

Periodontal disease affects approximately 90% of individuals who are ages 65 years and older and more than 50% of young adults. Recent research indicates that certain molecules, such as medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) derived from coconut oil, may help support certain aspects of periodontal health. MCTs have been shown to support oral health and a healthy inflammatory response.

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The Best Dunkers in NBA history

The Sporting

The 10 Greatest Dunkers in NBA History! The National Basketball Association (NBA) has produced some of the best dunkers in the history of basketball. From Michael Jordan to Vince Carter, many dunkers have made an indelible mark on the game and left fans in awe. But who is the greatest dunker of all time? Iconic dunker LeBron James From rim-rattling slams to acrobatic tomahawk jams, these dunkers have pushed the boundaries to create some of the most unforgettable moments in basketball.

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The Relationship among College Students’ Physical Exercise, Self-Efficacy, Emotional Intelligence, and Subjective Well-Being

PE Scholar

To deeply analyse the influencing factors on college students’ subjective well-being and the path mechanism between each factor.

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Social Media Matters: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Online Presence

AASP

<p>When was the last time you opened a social media app on your smartphone? Recent data would predict that you have likely checked at least once in the last three hours. Social media is everywhere! Three out of four adults and four out of five young adults regularly utilize social media. Its presence in our lives, and in the lives of athletes, is nearly ubiquitous and its impact on each of us is undeniable.

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The Latest on Vitamin D and Mood Health

Designs for Health

Vitamin D, which is commonly referred to as the “ sunshine vitamin ,” may support mood health. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that can be obtained through diet or supplementation, or it can be endogenously synthesized through exposure to sunlight. Vitamin D has a variety of crucial roles in the body , which includes promoting healthy cell growth and differentiation, immune health, bone health, and supporting healthy anti-inflammatory responses.

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