by Craig Valency | Aug 19, 2014 | Coaching & Teaching
What is PTPED? Craig Valency, MA, CSCS Millions of Americans suffer from Post Traumatic PE Disorder, or PTPED. Caused by poor physical education and a lack of purposeful fitness instruction, PTPED often begins at a young age. Although the incubation period can range... by Craig Valency | Jul 24, 2014 | Coaching & Teaching, Indoor Activities, Movement Break Activities, Perceptual Motor Skills, Play & Development, Small Space Activities
My nine-month old baby boy moves better than I do! My little guy has given me a new appreciation for how the human body develops and how it is supposed to move. Babies are not burdened with the high stress jobs, excessive sitting, TV, driving, and studying that have... by Craig Valency | Jun 26, 2014 | Coaching & Teaching
I’ve already made kind of a big deal about the fact that children handle the heat differently than adults –and for good reason! When exercising in extreme heat, kids are at an increased risk of heat stress compared to adults. One of the best ways to prevent kids... by Craig Valency | Jun 17, 2014 | Coaching & Teaching
My best childhood memories all seem to be summer related – and I don’t think I’m alone! Family vacations, hours in the pool, tennis, outdoor games with my friends, and of course –no school! All that fun in the sun can spell danger for children. Compared to adults,... by Craig Valency | Apr 5, 2014 | Coaching & Teaching
In part one, I highlighted the importance of setting the tone for fun, maintaining a quick-paced session, and delivering fitness goals in the context of games. In part two, I will talk about the importance of children taking ownership of the session and feeling like...
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