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Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

Aspire-Ed

Flexibility, strength, technique, speed, control, coordination and balance are all developed through gymnastics. KS1: “Pupils should develop fundamental movement skills, become increasingly competent and confident and access a broad range of opportunities to extend their agility, balance and coordination, individually and with others.

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Tracking Student Progress In Physical Education

PLT4M

Feedback and Motivation: Regular feedback on their progress can motivate students to continue working hard and improve their performance. Positive reinforcement for their achievements and constructive feedback on areas of improvement can boost students’ confidence and motivation.

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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

Practicing these actions through physical activity helps children develop executive function skills such as attention control, working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control. The ability to synchronize movements with rhythm is fundamental to children’s ability to pull to a stand, walk, run, skip, and gallop.

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4-Square Non-Traditional Adaptations For Physical Education

Gopher PE

According to Carolyn Temertzoglou in her article posted on the Gopher Sport blog, “Non-Traditional Sports in PE” Carolyn references non-traditional games “provide new experiences, opportunities for positive social interaction, and develop movement competence within fun/joyful experiences.” Skills Developed: Forehand/backhand.

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Barre Yoga: All You Need to Know About Barre + Yoga

The Sporting

Barre yoga is a low-impact workout that combines slow movements with high-intensity interval workouts for the entire body. Barre yoga implements elements from yoga and pilates with movements derived from ballet. It typically focuses on small, pulsing movements and puts great emphasis on form, alignment and core engagement.

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How to Become More Athletic in 7 Simple Steps

The Sporting

Becoming an athlete takes time, dedication and motivation There's no better feeling than being at the top of your game. Conditioning your body for peak athletic performance will help you to feel motivated and progress quickly. Here are some examples to consider: Baseball – There's a high injury risk due to sudden movements.

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Strength and Conditioning Templates

PLT4M

This goal-oriented approach helps individuals stay focused and motivated. At younger ages, strength and conditioning templates focus on foundational human movements like the squat, lunge, hinge, press, and pull. Consistency: Following a template promotes consistency in training.