PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

And again, we must reiterate that the health benefits of physical education are not limited to only our very young people in elementary schools. Instead, all grade levels, including high school students, can reap the health benefits of physical education. Sleep – Improves sleep quality.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

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

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Per the CDC, physical education is an academic subject just like math, science, or social studies, “It (PE) is an academic subject characterized by a planned, sequential K–12 curriculum (course of study) that is based on the national standards for physical education. Physical education should do the same!

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

Even before the book was first published, school districts were making slow but steady progress in prioritizing a fitness-first physical education program. Physical education teachers pushed to go from a traditional game and sports model to a more comprehensive fitness and wellness model. That is 4 minutes!

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Higher physical activity and physical fitness levels are associated with improved cognitive performance (e.g., Schools should provide other age-appropriate opportunities for students to participate in physical activity. This could be recess for younger students and sports and clubs for older students.

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