Gopher Sport

MARCH 3, 2025

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.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Let’s take a look at in season strength training and break down the why, what, and how! At the same time, the absence of resistance training will always equal substantial losses of strength and power. Let’s take a quick look at exactly why consistent strength training during the season puts your team in the best position to win.

Strength

PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

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. Sub-standard 2.12.8 : Designs and implements a plan that applies knowledge of aerobic, strength and endurance, and flexibility training exercises.

Fitness

Physical Education Update

AUGUST 12, 2022

A trend in physical education has been to make PE classes less difficult so that every student can enjoy them. The video above shows an example of how Crossfit concepts can be used in a high school physical education setting, as a program for students who want to work harder than in their traditional PE classes.

Physical Education

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. SMART Goals For Physical Education For many students, PE classes can often need more context. ” Goal setting can help to contextualize PE classes.

PE

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

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. This article explores specific programs and approaches for the different levels of students in a high school strength and conditioning program.

High School

PLT4M

JANUARY 18, 2023

Strength & conditioning classes are becoming a popular physical education offering. We take stories and insights from schools across the country to highlight 7 keys to successful strength and conditioning classes. Adam Hughes, high school PE teacher and strength coach, works with students in the wieght room during class time.

Strength

Montessori Physical Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Playing and celebrating the sport in your PE class can create an enriching experience for your students. The game is meant to represent the traits and spirit of a warrior: speed, strength, endurance, and bravery. Stickball, like other indigenous sports, give us a unique and valuable window into the culture of the people.

Strength

PLT4M

JULY 31, 2023

The benefits of tracking student progress include: Personalized Learning: Students have unique strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles. 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.

Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

Only 26% of high school-aged students attend PE classes 5 days a week. Muscular Fitness – Builds strong muscles and endurance. Long-Term Health Benefits of Physical Education In Schools The impact of PE classes goes well beyond the school day and year. Bone Strength- Improves bone health.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2023

Virtual PE is becoming an increasingly popular way to provide physical education to students. Virtual PE is a great way to engage students in physical activity while teaching important physical education concepts. Virtual PE in the Age of Virtual Schools Virtual schools are here to stay. No matter where they are.

PE

PLT4M

JANUARY 30, 2023

These workouts can help improve strength, endurance, and coordination, while also providing a fun and challenging way to get a full-body workout. One bodyweight bootcamp workout can build cardiovascular endurance, upper body and lower body muscular strength and endurance, mobility, core strength, and more.

Physical Education

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.), For example, even something as simple as sitting or standing requires muscular strength, mobility, and more.

Fitness

PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2024

Strength training plays a vital role in the success of basketball players’ performance on the court. Here lies a golden opportunity for strength and conditioning to support the total athletic development of young athletes through safe and effective training programs! Think comprehensive! Think consistent!

High School

PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

For example, if they participate in sports, marching band, or prove they participate in some other type of physical activity, they don’t have to take PE. Examples of physical education include teaching concepts and building skills around things like muscular strength, endurance, mobility, cardiovascular health, and more.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

Lifetime fitness activities include: Walking/Jogging/Running Strength Training Yoga Pilates Dance Swimming Lifetime Sports (Tennis, Pickleball, Tennis, Golf, etc.) While traditional games and sports have long been popular physical activity options, PE teachers have turned to lifetime fitness activities to promote long-term active lifestyles.

Fitness

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

And while people argue that regular physical activity can be achieved without physical education, PE lesson plans and curriculum can help equip and ensure students become physically literate. Unlike other subjects, PE requires physical activity and movement, which can be intimidating to many students. More From Wyomissing!

High School

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

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Many physical educators would agree, learning in physical education (PE) should be relevant to the lives of students. Creating a student centered PE program can be done by using a few simple strategies. Many PE experiences are also not aligned with what students feel is important and useful (Simonton et al., PLT4M Classroom.

Assessment

PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education Often the responsibility for motivation is placed solely on the student in physical education (PE) classes. These three tenants are central to increasing motivation for students in PE (Sun et al., PLT4M Classroom. PLT4M Classroom. Provide specific feedback routinely.

Motivation

PLT4M

MARCH 7, 2024

Cycling workouts offer students a low-impact yet highly effective means of improving cardiovascular fitness, endurance, and lower body strength. Discover the Power of PLT4M There’s a reason more than 1,000 PE departments trust PLT4M for their Curriculum and Data Tracking needs. Reach out to learn more!

Cardio

Physical Education Update

OCTOBER 20, 2022

It was placed under the tongue on those mornings and helped repair muscle tissue damaged during the strength training sessions. Thought to be useful only for endurance athletes, it was used to increase red blood cell count, allowing sprinters to perform extra track repetitions. It speeds recovery from strength training sessions.

Strength

PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Evidence based practices in education are becoming increasingly important in the world of physical education (PE). This article will discuss the various evidence based practices in education and how they can be applied to PE. Still, we need to be mindful of our terminology when considering our educational practices. Learn more!

Education

PLT4M

MARCH 4, 2024

A student completes a PLT4M health education lesson plan in PE class. Sleep contributes to improved reaction times, faster recovery, and enhanced endurance. PLT4M has a full slate of PE lessons for physical education teachers to choose from! From PE games to fitness activities, PLT4M has countless options.

Health Education

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A few years ago, I had a student in a gait trainer who loved PE but couldnt fully participate in tag games. Creating an inclusive PE class doesnt have to be complicated. PE Modifications Grouped by Function Lets dive into some super simple modifications that can make a huge impact in your PE class.

Motor Skills

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

PE games for elementary students promote and enhance physical activity while helping students develop important motor skills, teamwork, physical literacy, and more. In this article, well explore various types of PE games for elementary, from tag games to team sports. Get Free Sample Lessons! Download Now!

Elementary