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Physical Education Articles For Advocacy

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(Source: Physical Activity Alliance ) While physical education teachers advocate for improving physical fitness and the PE curriculum’s important role, many still see PE as a “gym class” where teachers roll out the ball and let kids do whatever they want.

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

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Much of this criticism comes from outdated stereotypes of “gym class.” ” The old school term “gym class” usually elicits images of rolling out the balls and playing dodgeball. ” “Students can do physical activity outside of school; they don’t need PE classes.”

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High School Strength and Conditioning Curriculum

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Historically, sport coaches and strength coaches have worked with high school athletes, but now physical education teachers are getting involved. With a proper high school strength and conditioning curriculum, all students can reap the benefits of resistance training.