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High School Strength and Conditioning Curriculum

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

At the high school level, the weight room is a classroom. Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. A physical education teacher works with a student in a high school strength and conditioning class.

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Physical Activity vs. Movement: Consider Both For Your After School Program

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Movement is defined as changing the position of one’s body parts relative to each other. Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably.

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Physical Activity vs. Movement: Consider Both For Your After School Program

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Movement is defined as changing the position of one’s body parts relative to each other. Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably.

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Physical Activity vs Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity? Let’s dive in!

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High School Physical Education – 4 Keys To Success

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Physical education in high school is integral to a student’s educational journey. It is an opportunity for students to learn about their bodies, develop physical skills, and stay healthy. As more people push for student wellness, high school physical education needs to be part of the conversation.

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Benefits of Physical Activity In Schools

PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Then we went back to school.

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ISBE PE Standards & Curriculum Alignment

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

We unpack these 6 standards and how physical education teachers can utilize PLT4M to align to the Illinois learning standards. 6 ISBE Pe Standards There are 6 ISBE PE standards for physical education teachers to consider.

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Lifetime Fitness Activities

PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

In this blog post, we will explore the importance of lifetime fitness activities in physical education and provide examples for class and life beyond. What Are Lifetime Fitness Activities? As a result, students are more likely to find a physical activity option that they like now and that they can continue into adulthood.

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Curriculum Mapping For Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

The landscape of physical education has evolved significantly over the last decade and it is critical that PE teachers adapt accordingly. The purpose of this article is to assist PE teachers in exploring standards-based curriculum design that emphasizes a student-centered learning environment.

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The Whole School Model To Physical Education & Activity

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

By dedicating physical education (PE) and physical activity (PA) as one of the ten components of the Whole School Model, a new emphasis on physical health opens the door to how we look at PE and PA in schools. Credit: Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) - CDC.

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California State Standards For PE

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As physical education teachers work to implement a quality physical education program aligned to the California state standards for PE, we break down actionable steps and examples to support students’ journey for a physically active healthy lifestyle.

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Fitness Curriculum For Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

” Jessica Shawley, a PE teacher at Lewiston High School, succinctly highlights the unique challenge physical education programs face. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

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PE Lesson Plans (With Free Downloadble PDFs)

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

We break down the importance of physical education lesson plans and highlight some of the best places to find physical education lesson plans for your age and audience. The Importance Of Physical Education Lesson Plans Physical education as a subject in school has always battled stereotypes.

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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.

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Integrating Technology In The Classroom For Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2023

Next, student learning in physical education centers around movement and activity. How can students be physically active in class if they are glued to digital technologies during class time? Finally, some teachers worry about what technology integration will do to their jobs.

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Phys Ed Apps – 5 Keys To Success

PLT4M

MARCH 24, 2023

And while apps and technology have become increasingly prevalent in society, we still don’t see as much integration of technology in physical education. But phys ed apps are becoming a popular addition to physical education classes nationwide. PE teachers see phys ed apps as a way to enhance and improve student learning.

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Coach Rob Seeks Advocates for #PEMovingForward

Active Schools Us

MARCH 24, 2021

A couple weekends ago, my son’s team had its last game ever since the boys are now moving toward playing on their high school team. First, fewer than 25% of kids between the ages of 6 and 17 get the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity. It was an emotional day for me, the boys and the other three coaches.

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Virtual PE Lessons with Free Downloadable PDF

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. Students can develop these critical lifelong fitness skills through physical education classes.

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Middle School Physical Education Units

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

But there are plenty of fun and engaging middle school physical education units to choose from. The Need For Variety With Middle School Physical Units Middle school physical education is unique! As teachers, we need to help foster that with various activities, units, and opportunities throughout the year.

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Fitness Education For Students

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Fitness education empowers students to explore physical activity and practical skills that support a healthy lifestyle. Through a comprehensive fitness curriculum , students can explore different types of physical activity and exercise programs that best support their interests and goals. What is Fitness Education?

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Bigger Faster Stronger – Building On A Legacy

PLT4M

APRIL 5, 2023

Bigger Faster Stronger was one of the first-ever programs for high school weight rooms. 45 years later, the world of high school strength and conditioning has grown and evolved. Bigger Faster Stronger – A First Step In High School Weight Training Strength training has been around as long as the pyramids in Egypt!

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Making The Case For Athletic PE

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! But what is it?

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Smart Boards In The Classroom For Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 31, 2023

But smart boards in the classroom can also help enhance the overall experience for subjects like physical education. First, we know that technology in physical education has always been a divisive topic. As a subject centered around physical activity and movement, some people object to any screens in the classroom.

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Physical Education Curriculum Models (with Downloadable PDF)

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

Challenges of Planning Physical Education Curriculum Models When planning different physical education curriculum models, it is hard to know where to start. Most physical education classes have a diverse range of students with varying interests and abilities. Sue is a high school P.E. Meet Sue!

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Back To School Planning For Physical Education Teachers

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2023

Back to school planning is just that: a plan. And while tips and tricks are helpful , PE teachers need actionable plans and strategies for the classroom. Moreover, physical education presents a unique set of challenges that makes planning even more difficult. Short answer: You can’t! And that is okay.

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5 Tips To Technology Use In Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. Technology can be useful at enhancing teaching and learning in physical education by increasing physical activity (PA) levels (Melton et al., 2015), motivation (Melton et al.,

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Heart Zones Trailblazers: Darrell Salmi

Heartzones

MARCH 24, 2022

At a glance: High school PE teacher (25+ years) and assistant football coach at Stillwater Public Schools in Stillwater, MN. . Awarded Minnesota State Physical Education Teacher of the Year 2018. Croix Education Association Distinguished Teacher – 2017. A Trailblazer you should know:

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Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education Often the responsibility for motivation is placed solely on the student in physical education (PE) classes. Teachers can fall into the trap of believing certain students don’t have the disposition for physical activity or exercise, which is far from the truth.

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Differentiated Learning Strategies in Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 5, 2023

Next, physical education classes often have varying grade levels all in one class. For example, at the high school level, physical education is usually an elective that has 9th graders through 12th graders with very different levels of experience, all in the same class. We will not start immediately with the full version.

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Physical Activity vs. Movement: Consider Both For Your After School Program

Physical Activity vs Physical Education

High School Physical Education – 4 Keys To Success

Benefits of Physical Activity In Schools

ISBE PE Standards & Curriculum Alignment

Lifetime Fitness Activities

Curriculum Mapping For Physical Education

The Whole School Model To Physical Education & Activity

California State Standards For PE

Fitness Curriculum For Physical Education

PE Lesson Plans (With Free Downloadble PDFs)

Fitness And Mental Health – A Call To Action For Schools

Integrating Technology In The Classroom For Physical Education

Phys Ed Apps – 5 Keys To Success

Coach Rob Seeks Advocates for #PEMovingForward

Virtual PE Lessons with Free Downloadable PDF

Middle School Physical Education Units

Fitness Education For Students

Bigger Faster Stronger – Building On A Legacy

Making The Case For Athletic PE

Smart Boards In The Classroom For Physical Education

Physical Education Curriculum Models (with Downloadable PDF)

Back To School Planning For Physical Education Teachers

5 Tips To Technology Use In Physical Education

Heart Zones Trailblazers: Darrell Salmi

Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education

Differentiated Learning Strategies in Physical Education

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