Exercise, Movement, Nutrition and Physical Activity

The Ultimate Guide to Injury Prevention: Tips Every Athlete Should Know

The Sporting

APRIL 3, 2024

Injury-Proofing Your Training: Smart Strategies for Long-Term Success Injuries are a common part of exercise - but you can prevent them. In our ultimate guide, we look at everything you need to know to injury-proof your training, including tips for nutrition, recovery and more.

Nutrition

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Building Strong and Healthy Communities Through Physical Activity

Skillastics

AUGUST 11, 2022

They’re formed as part of an intentional multi-pronged approach that involves the environment, physical activities, and even local governments. As an afterschool activity or local business, how can you help form the backbone of a strong and healthy community through physical activity?

Physical Activity

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

One of the many aspects of life affected was physical activity. All in-person recreation was closed, including youth sports, dance, martial arts, and exercise classes. It was encouraging that people quickly developed creative approaches to stay active and help their children continue activities.

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What is Physical Literacy?

PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

Over ten years ago, researchers first set out to answer the question, “What is physical literacy?” ” “Physical literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person.”

Physical Education

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Fitness Education For Students

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

From physical education classes to extracurricular activities, there are various ways to incorporate fitness into a student’s daily routine. By teaching students the basics of exercise, nutrition, and healthy habits, they can develop the skills to make smart lifestyle choices that will benefit them for a lifetime.

Fitness

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Evidence Based Practices In Education

PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

.” Therefore, we want to align the goals of physical education with the evidence based practices in education. A teacher works with students in physical education class. Studies have long indicated that regular physical activity for children has a wide range of benefits.

Education

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Creating a Holistic Detox Plan for Sustainable Weight Management

Designs for Health

JANUARY 3, 2024

Hence, regular bowel movements are crucial for successful detoxification ; constipation hinders toxin removal, while diarrhea can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. A holistic detox plan should help ensure minimum daily energy requirements and nutritional adequacy.

Nutrition

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Team Fitness Adventure (Grades 3-5)

Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 2, 2021

Team-building , routine-setting, and health-related fitness with fun and engaging activities designed to reinforce 3 simple classroom rules. As you use free OPENPhysEd.org resources in your physical education classroom, support our work through your purchase of OPEN / US Games Equipment. Activity Plans [PDF, WORD].

Fitness

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Webinar Wrap-Up

Montessori Physical Education

APRIL 30, 2023

The first two components featured the importance of sleep and nutrition, and I integrated the two into my discussion. When describing the benefits of physical activity, I described it as planning in reverse. Physical activity does fantastic things for our body and mind! I am not a fan of reinventing the wheel.

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Technology and Interactive Media as Tools to Get Children Moving

Skillastics

JULY 1, 2022

There’s no denying the pandemic changed the way we communicated, learned, and even exercised. But now that the majority of kids and schools have moved back to onsite learning and physical activity, you might find yourself asking if there’s still a place for digital learning, and if it really can be used to get kids moving.

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Technology and Interactive Media as Tools to Get Children Moving

Skillastics

JULY 1, 2022

There’s no denying the pandemic changed the way we communicated, learned, and even exercised. But now that the majority of kids and schools have moved back to onsite learning and physical activity, you might find yourself asking if there’s still a place for digital learning, and if it really can be used to get kids moving.

Physical Activity

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High School Strength and Conditioning Curriculum

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

At step 3, students can pursue programs for athletic performance or general physical performance to pursue a physically active lifestyle. Step 1: Build a Foundation The first step to successful high school strength and conditioning curriculum is covering the basics of physical fitness. Download Now!

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Stride Enrichment Programs – PLT4M & Stride Partnership

PLT4M

JUNE 22, 2022

Exercise has mental and physical benefits that support better learning and happier lives. We need to dedicate time to movement and activity. So why sign up for a fitness and movement program? Well, there’s a wide range of physical and mental benefits that promote better learning and well-being.

Fitness

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Movement Breaks For The Classroom – 15 Free Activities

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

Movement breaks, or brain breaks, are opportunities for students during the school day to get up out of their seats and move. In this article, we explore the benefits of movement activities and provide 15 different free movement breaks for the classroom. First, movement breaks promote increased focus and attention span.

Movement

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Run for Fun (Grades K-2)

Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

The activities in this module are designed to teach students how to move safely around a track (running loop) while exploring different locomotor movements and having imaginative fun with their classmates. Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements.

Nutrition

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Fitness And Mental Health – A Call To Action For Schools

PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

Fitness and Mental Health – A Powerful Solution Usually, studies draw connections between regular exercise and physical activity to physical health benefits. And while regular physical activity can help stave off chronic diseases like high blood pressure and heart disease, there are also critical mental benefits.

Fitness

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Curriculum Mapping For Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

Not only is physical wellness on the decline, we are also seeing an increase in mental illness a, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues. While it isn’t a panacea, physical activity and exercise have been shown to positively influence ALL of these troubling trends.

Physical Education

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