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High School Physical Education Curriculum

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That means only 1 in 5 high school students are meeting the 60 minutes of physical activity guidelines! Despite this, more schools are allowing students to opt out of PE. Report Card on Physical Activity For Children and Youth. Equity and Access Matter Not all students have equal access to physical activity.

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16 Bowling Activities for Physical Education

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Key reasons why bowling is beneficial in PE: Inclusive Nature: Bowling can be adapted to accommodate different physical abilities, making it accessible to students with varying fitness levels. The practice of keeping score reinforces math skills and can foster social interaction and sportsmanship within a group setting.

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Students Designing Personal Fitness Plans In PE

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Physical education classes offer unique opportunities for students to explore fitness, health, and wellness. Many PE classes at the high school level look to take essential steps to transition students from school to an adult life that still values and prioritizes personal fitness and wellness. Ready to WOW your Admins?

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13 Winter-Themed Indoor Activity Ideas for PE!

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As the winter season blankets much of the US in snow, it’s the perfect time to add the magic and joy of the season into your PE classes. Engaging students in winter-themed activities not only promotes physical fitness but also adds a festive twist to traditional activities.

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Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

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Less than 25% of children achieve the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day. Only 26% of high school-aged students attend PE classes 5 days a week. Muscular Fitness – Builds strong muscles and endurance. Heart & Lunge Health – Improves blood pressure and aerobic fitness.

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Tracking Student Progress In Physical Education

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Baseline Fitness Testing Examples: Aerobic Capacity – 1 Mile Run – Our 1 mile run test is meant to be an assessment of your “aerobic” capacity. Strength – 1 Minute Push Up Test, 1 Minute Squat Air Squat Test, Max Pull-Ups – All these tests seek to test relative muscular strength and endurance of the body.

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Functional Fitness – What, Why, & How

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Functional fitness is any type of exercise or workout that translates to the demands of everyday activities. Rather than hyper-focusing on one element of physical fitness (muscular strength, aerobic endurance, etc.), functional fitness training develops the complete picture of physical function and fitness.