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Article: Using sandbags to improve strength in middle school students.(Teaching Tips)
- Article from:
- JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
- Article date:
- September 1, 2009
- Author:
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Physical educators throughout the United States are charged with helping students progress towards achieving fitness standards (New York State Department of Education, 2008). Weight-training activities improve fitness levels and help to improve sport performance. Introducing middle school students to such activities makes sense because they are likely becoming increasingly interested in their appearance and sports success as they get older. However, some middle school teachers lack the resources for weight training or shy away from strength-training activities for a variety of other reasons. Safety can be an issue if students fail to pay attention to weights or proper ...
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