When we talk to teens about health, sleep often gets treated as an afterthought - or worse, a luxury you sacrifice to get ahead. But if you ask the world’s greatest athletes, they’ll tell you the exact opposite: sleep isn't something you do when your day is over, it's the foundation of how you perform …
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A recent Instagram post summarizing the 'impact of smartphone use on athletes' sleep and performance' caught my eye and got me wondering about the research that supports my internal suspicion that cell phones are harming the performance of athletes. As a coach and father of athletes, I was motivated to delve deeper into existing research …
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One of the first times I observed a PE class, the teacher explained to me that PE can be organized chaos or just chaos! That thought has crossed my mind several times throughout the course of my teaching career. Here are a few things that have helped me engage students in physical activity in a …
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Regular readers of this site will know that I have been exploring all things #MeaningfulPE in physical education classes with my junior and senior students. This semester, my students have viewed a series of short video reflections from educators nationwide. These personal 'movement journey' narratives aim to inspire my students and expose them to diverse …
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If you’re like me, you are always on the lookout for ways to mix up your workout routine. Considering the current #stayhome circumstances, things can get old and boring real quick. Here are 3 different formats for workouts that can be done in your home. These workouts are meant to serve as a template – …
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