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Wadsworth, Danielle D.; Robinson, Leah E.; Rudisill, Mary E.; Gell, Nancy – Journal of School Health, 2013
Background: With the growing need for children from underserved populations to be physically active it is imperative to create developmentally appropriate and enjoyable physical education programs that promote physical activity. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of mastery and performance climates on physical activity during…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Physical Education, Elementary School Students, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
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Cowan, Wendy; Foster, Byron – ICHPER-SD Journal of Research, 2009
The purpose of this study was to determine the extent to which a non-traditional strength training program will impact the health-related fitness of youth. Researchers hypothesized that the strengthening program would positively affect the fitness outcomes. Participant physical education classes incorporated strengthening exercises three days…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Health Related Fitness, Children