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Benefits of Physical Activity In Schools

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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. Then we went back to school. Get Access Here.

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Managing Student Behavior – The Power Of Physical Activity

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It is no secret that physical activity is essential to a student’s development. But what is often overlooked is physical activity’s powerful role in managing student behavior. Student Behavior Issues On The Rise Managing student behavior has always been on the minds of educators and schools.

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Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

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After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. In addition, we provide a clear call to action for schools and states to dedicate more physical activity opportunities and daily physical education to empower students.

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

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Physical education teachers have long tried to leave the term and memories of “gym class” behind them and spotlight their quality physical education programs. PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness.

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Middle School Physical Education Units

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” 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. 1) Foundational Fitness Foundational fitness is a must-have middle school physical education unit.

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PE Lesson Plans (With Free Downloadble PDFs)

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Physical education provides cognitive content and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge, and behaviors for physical activity and physical fitness.” Physical education should do the same! Instead, they turn to professionally designed lesson plans and curriculum. Get Access Here.

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