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Female Athlete Training – 5 Keys To Success For High Schools

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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.

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Sport Specific Training

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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.

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Preventing Sports-Related Injuries This School Year

Stanford Childrens

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

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Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

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The health benefits of physical education schools are well documented. After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. Only 26% of high school-aged students attend PE classes 5 days a week.

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In Season Strength Training

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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? .

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Magic Johnson: Pioneer Point Guard

The Sporting

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.,

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

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Authors Note: In recent years, the larger educational community has explored if any subject should be required, especially at the high school level. PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness. Find a Time.