PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

In addition, we’ll look at key health benefits, how to structure the class, and share sample lesson ideas and workouts that keep things engaging. It gives them a space to exercise, set goals, and improve their health—without needing advanced athletic ability or experience. With PLT4M, teachers have a clear roadmap to follow.

Fitness

Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Benefits of Exercise Snacks: While further research is needed, exercise snacks may offer several benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, increased endurance, flexibility, muscle strength, and reduced blood sugar levels. This information for this article was retrieved from Cleveland Clinic Everyday Health.

Exercise

Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 17, 2024

Our second in-person since COVID as we continue to rebuild our strength, endurance, and school nurse community. New Jersey State School Nurses Association (NJSSNA) is celebrating the conclusion of our 2024 Spring Conference. Our intention is always to bring the quality of a national conference to our state.

Schooling

Designs for Health

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Muscular health has been shown to improve body composition , metabolic health , and longevity by decreasing the risk for cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and metabolic diseases. Two recent clinical studies examined the effect of an innovative ingredient, NPN_1 (PeptiStrong TM ), on muscle health and DOMS.

Muscle Strength

The Sporting

MAY 17, 2023

10 Health Benefits of Hiking Hiking isn't just a way to relax. It offers a wide range of benefits, and can dramatically improve both your physical and mental health. Even a short hike can give you a nice workout and boost your health. This can lead to health issues, including diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

Cardio

PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

The health benefits of physical education schools are well documented. 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. 29% of teenagers self-reported having poor mental health.

Physical Education

Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

My muscle doesn’t know the difference if I’m digging in the yard, carrying heavy shopping bags, or lifting a dumbbell.” ( Source & Study ) What is going on inside the body during strength exercises? During strength training in sports and in physical education class, how can one measure the progress of our most vital muscle?

Physical Education

Keeping Kids in Motion

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Lucky Leprechaun’s March Fitness Challenge consists of three different workouts (white, yellow, purple) focusing on endurance, upper body, and lower body strength. Lucky is back and looking better than ever! As the month progresses, the time and/or number of repetitions for each exercise gradually increases.

Fitness

Designs for Health

JANUARY 4, 2024

Besides hydration , electrolytes help support brain function, heart health, muscle function, and more. Fluid Balance Proper hydration is indispensable for overall health. Replacing sweat loss through electrolyte-containing fluids is crucial for endurance athletes. An imbalanced Na+/K+ ratio can also be associated with fatigue.

Health

PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

Physical education classes offer unique opportunities for students to explore fitness, health, and wellness. Support students’ exploration of the science and building blocks of health and wellness. In addition, learning key elements of a workout plan like warm up, cool down, and more. Ready to WOW your Admins?

Fitness

Physed n Health

JANUARY 23, 2024

Timer-Based Push Up and Curl Up Test Measuring upper body strength and core stability has never been easier with our new timer-based push-up and curl-up test. Jump Rope Test Integrate the classic jump rope test into your curriculum and evaluate students’ agility, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance. Let’s dive in: 1.

Agility

The Sporting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

5 Yoga Variations: A Concise Guide to Different Types of Yoga Yoga is the talk of the town in the health and fitness world, and it has been considered an ancient and historical practice that combines the betterment of both the physical and the metaphysical or spiritual self. Metaphysically, it helps in the awakening of the subconscious.

Endocrine system

The Sporting

MAY 7, 2023

In this article, we'll explore the advantages of taking a dip in cold water, from boosting your immune system and improving your mental health to allowing individuals to join a community of adventure seekers. Enjoy the Sense of Community Across the nation, wild water swimmers gather periodically to test their physical and mental endurance.

Immune system

The Sporting

MARCH 12, 2023

However, studies show that a six-week weight-training plan can help people even in their eighties gain functionally significant strength. Gymnastics has a number of health advantages and it may be the best sport to do if you want to get fit and active, even in your advancing years. This will definitely improve your mood!

Flexibility

Physical Education Ideas

AUGUST 6, 2021

Teaching Health can be intimidating and sensitive, depending on the topic. Teaching Health can also be the most rewarding subject to teach as you get to engage in critical content that helps to develop life skills. Did you know that a properly taught Health program reduces the risk of heart disease by 2.16 percentage points?

Teaching

The Sporting

JANUARY 12, 2023

The Benefits of Yoga for Your Mental and Physical Health Many of us have practised some form of yoga, and we are all familiar with its relaxing and healing effects. In this blog post, learn more about the connection between psychology and yoga, including the benefits of yoga for your mental and physical health.

Muscle Strength

The Sporting

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Endurance, Strength + Perseverance: The Best Ever Triathletes Who’s the best combined swimmer, runner and cyclist of all-time? It’s safe to say that many triathlete greats have redefined endurance, strength and perseverance. Read on to find out about the male and female triathletes to top The Sporting Blog’s list!

Endurance

Designs for Health

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Why Muscle Strength is Important in Aging Strong muscles are key to living independently and comfortably as we age. Strength training – from using body weight, machines, or free weights – is an effective way muscle mass may be preserved during aging. However, strength training is just one piece of the aging puzzle.

Muscle Strength

Stanford Childrens

MARCH 9, 2023

Yet, the elite high school athlete from Danville, California, had to endure a lot to get where she is today. From there, Cate turned to Christine Boyd, MD , at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. “We Her physical therapist, Dorothy Fung, PT, DPT, helped her build strength and confidence.

High School

Teen Health 101

APRIL 26, 2023

Team sports can have amazing effects on one’s physical and mental health, and soccer is no exception. The average person wouldn’t be using the muscle group involved in this action often in their average day, especially not with much strength involved. Since the sport improves aerobic endurance, lung capacity is also involved.

Respiratory system

Designs for Health

AUGUST 7, 2023

is an herb with a long history of use in traditional medicine for supporting mental and physical health. Historical records reveal that the Vikings utilized Rhodiola to promote their endurance and physical strength. It may also support brain health and upregulate stress-responsive genes in the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex.

Nervous system

Designs for Health

MAY 9, 2023

An animal study reported an increase in endurance capacity, muscle strength, and muscle mass with the administration of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. Another study investigated the relationship between exercise and the connection between the gut microbiome and its health. The study was conducted on aged mice.

Muscle Strength

The Sporting

JULY 14, 2022

Meditation offers a plethora of physical and mental health benefits, ranging from stronger immunity to lower stress levels. Mindful meditation reduces stress levels by forcing the mind into a deep state of relation and tranquillity, enhancing emotional health. Meditation reduces strain on the heart, improving heart health.

Conditioning

The Sporting

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Swimming Swimming is great for an all-body workout This sport is low-impact so it’s gentle on your joints Improve your heart health and cardio fitness with a swim in the pool As an activity, swimming requires your upper and lower body muscles to work together, which makes it ideal as a fitness replacement.

Fitness

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

SMART goals for PE give a great structure and outline to allow every student to set challenging yet attainable goals within physical activity and overall health. It can move physical activity from feeling like a chore and put it into the bigger picture of overall health and wellness for students. What are SMART goals?

PE

PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2023

It is designed to increase strength, power, mobility, and balance, while improving overall health and wellbeing. Rather than hyper-focusing on one element of physical fitness (muscular strength, aerobic endurance, etc.), We need functional strength and muscular endurance to thrive in everyday life.

Fitness

Stanford Childrens

MAY 13, 2024

Luke’s System in Idaho, a partner hospital for the Betty Irene Moore Children’s Heart Center at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, quickly referred them to Stanford Children’s for advanced care, and Zoraya was airlifted that day. “At That’s when they pronounced she had a heart defect, and things blew up from there,” Marbella says.

Cardiovascular

Stanford Childrens

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

This confirmed the diagnosis of RMS,” says Jacquelyn Crane, MD , a pediatric oncologist at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health who treated Marlee. The doctors at Stanford Children’s Health are brilliant and top of the line. Many parents who endure cancer treatments for their child are pulled away from work and home and need extra help.

Psychology

Physical Education Ideas

JUNE 15, 2019

The Department of Health and Human Services say that children and adolescents age 6 and older need at least an hour a day of physical activity. You’ve seen children: - run away from the kid who's "it" ( endurance ). cross the monkey bars ( strength ). Endurance takes shape when kids regularly get aerobic activity.

Exercise

PLT4M

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Nutrition is a key component of overall health, so let’s make sure people have the basic information about calorie needs to make informed decisions. Therefore, strict calorie calculators can actually disrupt our ability to understand our overall health and calorie needs. Are you fueling your body with the right amount of energy?

Nutrition

The Sporting

OCTOBER 12, 2022

: Looking at the different variations of Pilates There are many different types of Pilates, which is an exercise form that utilizes different ranges of controlled movements that are designed in a way to enhance physical endurance, posture, and flexibility. What you get is a toned and sleek body.

Exercise

The Sporting

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

This will improve muscle function and strength. Balance your chest with back and top shoulder strength. They act as fuel for your muscles and help you to maintain levels of strength and endurance. Stay Hydrated Drinking enough water during a workout is vital for your health and performance.

Exercise

The Sporting

AUGUST 16, 2022

Better Health There’s no doubt that MMA training requires a lot of hard work, no matter the discipline. Improved Mental Strength As advanced MMA training sessions can be so gruelling, you also need a lot of mental strength to keep going. However, the mental health benefits aren’t just limited to endurance.

Gyms

Stanford Childrens

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Stanford Fertility and Reproductive Health Services helps couple overcome roadblocks to pregnancy Fourteen years. They chose Fertility and Reproductive Health Services at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. We were pleased that we had sperm, but we still needed to optimize Jenny’s health,” Dr. Aghajanova says.

Health

PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

And while they both are crucial to the health and wellness of our children, there should be a clear delineation between physical activity vs physical education. Examples of physical education include teaching concepts and building skills around things like muscular strength, endurance, mobility, cardiovascular health, and more.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

JANUARY 11, 2024

When it comes to school fitness facilities, the weight room stands out as a hub for students to build strength, endurance, and confidence. From everyday fitness goers to student-athletes, strength training has a wide variety of short and long-term health and performance benefits.

Schooling

Designs for Health

MAY 25, 2023

When thinking of ginger ( Zingiber officinale ), one typically associates it with being a flavorful, potent culinary spice to enhance a meal rather than an herb that could potentially support muscle health. The exact mechanism by which ginger supports muscle recovery and function is still under investigation.

Muscle Strength