Physical Education Tips of the Week #45
May 15, 2008
Working with track athletes, as I do, sun block is a necessary item in my coaching kit. But I hate applying the stuff. It's yucky and leaves your skin feeling sticky and uncomfortable. But I have finally
At any rate, this stuff is worth a try. Do you know of something better? Let me know.
This week, we published a mix of research and practical information: A study that confirms that batting machines produce more break in both curveballs and fastballs than human pitchers; an article on the dangers of showing your emotions during a game; and several ways to make running activities more appropriate for your physical education classes. How about free stuff? This newsletter also provides links to a video about the Kenyan running system and how they produce so many world class athletes. There's a link to the weekly blog, in which I provide an update on the life of Jim Morris, the subject of the sports movie "The Rookie." And finally, the Free Pick of the Week is the article on group running equalizers for your physical education classes. It's so timely that I thought I'd make it temporarily available to non-members. This newsletter is free, but most of the content on the website is for members-only, including instructional videos, the discussion group, almost 2000 articles that you can read, print and email... and much more. If you're not already a member, I highly recommended that you join!! Get more information here: If you aren't ready to join yet, there's lots of free content on the website and in these newsletters! I hope you enjoy this issue of PE Tips of the Week! Dick Moss, Editor
BORN TO RUN - KENYA
Here's an excellent video on the Kenyan distance running system. Aside from its inspirational value, there are four points I'd like you to note.
To see the video: Click here.
Here are the Articles that have been added to the websites this week.
The PE Update website has hundreds of other articles on these topics! Become a member and you can read them today! Click Here!
You'll receive the following benefits:
For more information or to become a member, Click Here!
Monday Morning Musings on the World of Sports, Coaching & Physical Education from Editor, Dick Moss. WHATEVER HAPPENED TO JIM MORRIS FROM "THE ROOKIE?"
Each week, I'll highlight a useful article from the PE Update Archives. The article will be available to non-members of the website for a week, and to members forever! This week's pick is:
With the nice weather, many physical education classes will involve running activities. Here are several ways to make such classes fun for your faster and slower runners alike.
If you haven't already subscribed to the Tips of the Week Newsletter, do it now! You'll receive a free copy of a super eBook that will save you tons of money. Called "Sports and PE Equipment You Can Make Yourself," it's 146 pages and is a $12.99 value - but you get if FREE! Just go to the following link to subscribe: Subscribe to the free PE Tips of the Week Newsletter Is this newsletter not for you? You can unsubscribe by emailing me at: [email protected] and saying "Unsubscribe."
1. Editor's Note
PE Update Membership Information
These articles are available only to PE Update members.
The pitches thrown from pitching machines will break more than those from live pitchers.
NBA basketball coaches like George Karl of the Denver Nuggets, often design plays to attack opponents who have just missed a foul shot and may be depressed and distracted.
How to accommodate students of different running abilities in your physical education classes.
The Rookie is a fun sports movie about a real person. Jim Morris went from 35-year old science teacher to a pitcher in the major leagues, because of a bet with his high school baseball team. But what is he doing now?
To find out, click this link to the blog: //www.physicaleducationupdate.com/peblog/
Group Running Equalizers
6. How to Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the
Free PE Tips of the Week Newsletter