Physical Education Update

APRIL 17, 2023

It’s not just North Americans who have begun to realize the importance of physical activity for children. Childhood obesity and inactivity is a phenomenon in every affluent, developed country in the world. This public advertisement, from Ireland, is called: Physical Activity – It All Adds Up.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

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. Daily physical education can be a powerful elixir to combat our youth’s growing mental and physical health concerns.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

These cutbacks come at a time when the United States is struggling with increased rates of childhood obesity, mental health issues, and concerns about academic performance of students. For example, the United States recently received a D- on a recent report for overall physical activity for children and youth.

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Alex has an undergraduate degree in Physical Education Teaching and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching in Physical Education. He has taught physical education at preschool, elementary, and high school levels and courses related to exercise science, coaching, health, and wellness at the university level.

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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.

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Skillastics

APRIL 10, 2022

You don’t need a degree in sports medicine to know that some consequences of physical inactivity are as plain as the nose on your face. Obesity–both as a child and later as an adult–is one of the primary risks of a sedentary lifestyle. The post Surprising Consequences of Physical Inactivity appeared first on Skillastics.

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. We did so, because we knew that exercise’s mental and physical benefits were essential for students’ well-being while living through a pandemic. Where Did Physical Fitness In School Go?

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