PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

From kindergarten to high school, students grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Finding a curriculum that fits diverse age ranges, interests, and needs—all in one place—can seem challenging! Motor skills, fitness education, social-emotional learning, sport skills, and personal wellness all come into play.

Motor Skills

Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

They suggested 5 main-theme models for physical education, each with a different focus on the notion of what is 'good' for students to learn in order for them to continue to pursue physical activity beyond the school gates. Sport Education. A season of sport. The SEM has 6 defining features: 1. A formal competition schedule.

Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 1, 2025

A fitness walking class encourages students to be active, consistent, and intentional with their movement—laying the foundation for lifelong fitness. >>> Schools are moving beyond traditional team sports to provide more choice, variety, and accessibility. Each lesson in Walk Fit blends movement and learning.

Fitness

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

There are fewer sunlit hours after school for children to be outside and physically active. This time of year, it is increasingly important to incorporate physical activity into the school day. Adding more movement — through physical education, recess and active classrooms — is essential for beating the almost-winter blues.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.

Motor Skills

Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This module does address development of movement concepts, movement patterns, and strategic knowledge commonly associated with invasion sports. All participants are given the opportunity to explore the movement concepts in a fun and engaging environment where everyone can feel successful.

High School

SHAPE America

AUGUST 12, 2024

As the principal of a preK-12 school in remote Eastern Oregon, one of the lessons I’ve learned is this: A school staff that is cared for is a staff that will be ready to take on any obstacle that comes their way. We all know that stress in the education field is at an all-time high.

Wellness

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.

High School

Stanford Childrens

AUGUST 5, 2022

Playing sports is a practical and fun way for many children to stay healthy and active. However, sports injuries account for almost one-third of all childhood injuries. So, finding a way for kids to get the most out of sports while also keeping safe is important for many parents. Boyd explains. “If

Sports

Physical Education Update

AUGUST 12, 2022

And in at least one high school, it has been extremely successful. The video above shows an example of how Crossfit concepts can be used in a high school physical education setting, as a program for students who want to work harder than in their traditional PE classes.

Physical Education

Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In today’s competitive sports environment, parents, coaches, and young athletes are increasingly pressured to focus on one sport from an early age. This approach provides athletes with a broader range of motor skills and reduces the risk of overuse injuries by giving their bodies a break from the repetitive stress of one sport.

Sports

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2022

High school physical education classes draw from a wide variety of different units. High school boxing programs don’t often make their way into physical education as often. But high school boxing programs in physical education can provide high school students with a new positive fitness experience.

High School

PLT4M

AUGUST 8, 2023

Weight room rules for high school students and athletes can create a set of clear expectations and guidelines. In addition, high school weight room rules help create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone to succeed in fitness and strength training. Below are 14 different weight room rules for high schools.

High School

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2023

In this article, we will discuss the benefits of strength and conditioning software for high schools and how to choose the right software for your needs. Teambuildr – A training software geared towards professional and collegiate sports teams that have certified strength coaches.

High School

PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2023

What is the right workout app for high school strength and conditioning? We break down the 5 keys for a high school strength and conditioning app. In addition, we highlight schools across the country using a strength and conditioning app for PE and athletics.

High School

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

While in-season, your athletes will adapt to the rigors of practices and games, often reaching peak physical conditioning for that sport. High school athletes particpate in an in season lift. In high school athletics, or any level for that matter, maintaining a stable roster is KEY. Ready to Learn More? .

Strength

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Female athlete training at the middle and high school level deserves our attention. Next, we break down 5 keys to success when creating more opportunities for female athlete training at your school. The High School Weight Room – Where Are The Girls? Every athlete can benefit from training.

High School

PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2024

From high school basketball players all the way up to the best players in the NBA, success starts in the weight room. The high school weight room unlocks new levels of success for high school athletes. Back to our High Hang Power Clean for some HIGH SPEED reps! Keep it on the lighter side.

High School

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Francis’s School (STFS) in Western Australia, the Physical Education (PE) program plays a crucial role in helping students rediscover their love for movement and physical activity. Simon and his colleagues work tirelessly to reignite the students’ awareness of the importance of movement for life and vitality. STFS is a C.A.R.E.

Movement

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Authors Note: In recent years, the larger educational community has explored if any subject should be required, especially at the high school level. Physical activity defined by Shape is “any bodily movement that results in energy expenditure.” Canton High School in Massachusetts has gone in the opposite direction.

Physical Education

The Sporting

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Fast forward to 2020 and the racial and social injustice issues currently taking place in society, Kareem’s statement in 1968 is influencing the statements of black athletes in ALL professional sports, all over the world. Kareem was a force in high school, due to his obvious height advantage over the children in his age group.

High School

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The debate surrounding sport specific training has persisted for decades. For a long time, it was thought that training had to be specific to sport and position. Instead, let’s unpack what athletes and coaches WANT, and the best means of accomplishing it given the context of middle and high school sports.

Sports

Active Schools Us

MARCH 24, 2021

As a basketball fanatic and coach, I challenge all sports fans and caring community members to take a quick break from March Madness to advocate for one often overlooked part of our education system that is critical to the development of the student athletes who are wowing us during this year’s tournament: physical education.

Coaching

PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

Only 26% of high school-aged students attend PE classes 5 days a week. 13% of students do not graduate from high school, with minority populations and low-income students disproportionately affected. Long story short, elementary through high school students are struggling.

Physical Education

The Sporting

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This week, Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson - Pioneer in the Point Guard position MJ & Magic The word greatest is used far too often, particularly when referring to the greatest players of all time in sports, especially in basketball. What about their influence and impact on the sport? Is it the number of championships? Fred Stabley Jr.,

High School

PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

For example, physical literacy development occurs during activities like learning to ride a bike or participating in youth sports. And while some have argued that physical literacy development can happen organically and without the help of schools, the physical activity participation rates would beg to differ.

Physical Education

Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

In recent years, amateur sports have become a thriving ecosystem. Kids start playing organized sports at increasingly younger ages, encouraged by coaches, schools, and often, parents. After all, sports promote physical fitness, socialization, teamwork, and discipline. This is not inherently negative.

Sports

PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

And if the lack of physical activity isn’t enough, let’s look at what is happening in schools: 50% of high school-age students attend physical education only class once a week. So what can schools do to invest in fitness and mental health via physical education? lesson plans and high school P.E.

Fitness

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Below are 5 different examples that could be used as stand-alone units or mixed and matched within a larger middle school physical education program. . 1) Foundational Fitness Foundational fitness is a must-have middle school physical education unit. An introduction to all things movement and fitness!

Middle School

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 24, 2023

This would also be a great time to use the Gopher Sport Inventory tool to make a list of the equipment you have and begin to work towards equipment you would like. I see the focus on game play shift into middle and high school, but at the elementary level, my hope to create a love for physical movement.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

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. One of the simplest ways of adapting an activity is to modify or substitute the movement involved. Ready to Learn More?

Physical Education

Whole Child Sports

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Learn Proper Movement Techniques. He specializes in movement and speed training. And one of the key things he emphasizes is proper movement technique. If you don’t move correctly you won’t be able to perform your sport-specific skills with optimal success.

Movement

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A Closer Look at California States For PE in High School The California Department of Education has the responsibility of monitoring the extent to which high schools provide a course of study having these eight areas. Students and teachers at a California High School pose for a picture during weight training class.

PE

Stanford Childrens

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

She was looking forward to finishing her senior year in high school, playing as defensive specialist on her varsity team, going to senior ball and prom, graduating with honors, and heading to college. I spent a lot of time talking with her, figuring out a way we could turn the tide a little bit and add movement back into her life.”.

Strength

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! A recent survey found that more than 7.6

PE

PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

Lifetime fitness activities are workouts, exercises, and sports that people can continue to enjoy and benefit from at any stage of their lives, regardless of their age or fitness level. Foundational human movement skills like squat, lunge, hinge, press, and pull will transition to almost every single other lifetime fitness activity.

Fitness

Better Coaching

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Football has long been a staple in American sports culture, inspiring passion, teamwork, and perseverance. But as much as we revere the game, it’s important to recognize that sports research and medical developments are changing the game. Unfortunately, the reality is quite different.

Middle School