Student Voice – Why Is PE Important – Aidan Nadell
Students from across the country wrote in on why they thought physical education was important. Congrats to Aidan Nadell for winning the contest!
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Chalk Talk – Episode 32 – Energy Systems – Conditioning For Performance
I want my team to be the best conditioned group around! What does that really mean when we start to consider all the different types of conditioning? Chalk Talk breaks down training energy systems!
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Physical Education Is Not For Everyone. Wait, What?
Physical Education is a dirty word in some educational circles. PLT4M take on the objections to PE and why it should be considered a core subject.
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Chalk Talk – Episode 30 – Squat University – Dr. Aaron Horschig
Improve technique, decrease pain and increase performance? The man behind Squat University joins Chalk Talk to talk strength and conditioning for high school athletes.
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PLT4M Essay Contest Finalist – Jenna Larson
Students from across the country wrote in on why they thought physical education was important. PLT4M is featuring the essays of finalists. Check out Jenna Larson’s Essay
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Chalk Talk – Episode 29 – Hypertrophy & All Things Muscle Growth
We hear hypertrophy and think of ‘bulking up.’ On this episode of Chalk Talk we take a dive into rep ranges, intensity, and where to look for hypertrophy in the weight room.
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Strength Training For Cross Country Athletes
Everyone knows Cross Country has hill, fartlek, and long runs. Not everyone thinks of S+C for XC. Coach Contois at Osborn Park High School does. Read why he made S+C an emphasis for his team.
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Chalk Talk – Episode 28 – Keep Lifting Simple Feat. Kosta Telegadas
Keep lifting simple and engaging. You can do both at the same time. Kosta Telegadas talks about keeping HS lifts basic and balanced.
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PLT4M Essay Contest Finalist – Alma Jones
Students from across the country wrote in on why they thought physical education was important. PLT4M is featuring the essays of finalists. Check out Alma Jones’ essay!
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Chalk Talk – Episode 27 – Maxes, Percentages, & Worksets – Programming Weights
Programming weights and reps to high school athletes is not a total guessing game. Coach Bres breaks down how we can guide athletes to success in the weight room.
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PLT4M Essay Contest Finalist – Katie Baneck
Students from across the country wrote in on why they thought physical education was important. PLT4M is featuring the essays of finalists. Check out Katie Baneck’s essay!
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Chalk Talk – Episode 26 – Tony Shiffman – “Being the Head Coach”
With football season wrapping up, we had Coach Tony Shiffman on to the podcast. Coach Shiffman developed his coaching skills as a high school head coach that have now translated to his new role at the college level.
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