Heartzones

JUNE 13, 2023

Reach Outside of the 4 Walls of the Gym During my 20 year career as a PE teacher in Vinton, Iowa, my school would hold an open house the first few weeks of school. For me, as the Physical Education teacher, I would put all the different types of balls in the middle of the gym. Okay, I can do that.

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Gyms Physical Education Exercise PE Teacher 52

Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

One of the most frustrating things that happen on a way too frequent basis is students who don't go to PE because they are held back by a classroom teacher. The student being held back is almost always from upper elementary or middle school. If a student was misbehaving in class and not listening to the teacher, they missed PE.

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PE Gyms PE Teacher Teacher 85

PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. As always, PE teachers can use their discretion and experience to determine what structure and format makes the most sense for their class and audience. Option to modify the movement by bringing your feet further apart.

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PE Teacher Flexibility Movement Exercise 105

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.

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PE Middle School Elementary School Cardio 52

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Arguments Against Physical Education in Schools To thoroughly explore the question “should physical education be required” let’s start with the arguments against PE. Much of this criticism comes from outdated stereotypes of “gym class.” ” PE can't seem to shake the dogeball stereotype. .”

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Physical Education Education Education Elementary School 119

PLT4M

DECEMBER 28, 2022

School districts are investing and prioritizing athletic PE, especially at the high school level. Check out the rising tide of athletic PE, examples from schools across the country, and how your school can take steps to add more athletic physical education classes! Students are taking part in athletic PE.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Next, not all PE teachers tasked with running a weight room class have experience in writing and creating strength and conditioning programs. Before introducing any type of free weights, students should have a strong understanding of foundational human movements. If so, a high school PE class can move directly to steps 2 and 3.

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