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Fueling the Fire: 5 Ways to Start the School Year Strong in Elementary Physical Education

SHAPE America

It requires energy, enthusiasm and endurance. Like most of you, my purpose is to encourage all students to love movement — in all its forms. Do you begin class with two minutes of locomotor movement? Maybe you try to include movement breaks, team building, or “get to know you” challenges. You won’t feel so overwhelmed.

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Fitness Through Play: How to Reimagine Physical Education for Lifelong Wellness

SHAPE America

What if students could build fitness through joyful, purposeful movement? Ive used practices that may have unintentionally shaped negative views of fitness, rather than fostering a lifelong appreciation for movement. Do they understand the why behind the movement? How can you identify what isnt working? Reflect and listen.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Elevating the Conversation – Trusted Voices Against Misguided Attacks on Routine Vaccinations

Relentless School Nurse

Simultaneously, the long-debunked myth linking the measles vaccine to autism is resurging online due to high-profile interviews with known conspiracy theorists and leaders in the anti-vax movement. is confirmed as HHS Secretary, his firehose of disinformation will likely grow stronger and more dangerous.

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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

Children have shorter limbs and different leverage points compared to adults, which influences their biomechanics during movements like throwing, kicking, or running. Cross-Training: Encourage children to engage in multiple sports, thereby distributing repetitive stresses across different muscle groups and movement patterns.

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High School Physical Education Curriculum

PLT4M

At a high level, 9th-grade physical education classes can help not only expose students to future electives and options but also introduce concepts like muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, and so much more. Just look at the physical education program at Saratoga Springs High School in New York.

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2024 Arizona Family Day

Arizona Health and Physical Education

The focus is on age-appropriate exercises such as bodyweight movements, light resistance training, and core stability work. By incorporating conditioning drills, students remain engaged while developing endurance, flexibility, and a strong fitness base for future activities.

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Walking For Fitness Class

PLT4M

A fitness walking class encourages students to be active, consistent, and intentional with their movement—laying the foundation for lifelong fitness. >>> With each walk, they improve endurance, build consistency, and create habits that can last a lifetime. Each lesson in Walk Fit blends movement and learning.