Workshops

Physical Best

Physical Best is a comprehensive health related fitness education program to be used in conjunction with existing K-12 physical education curriculums. Physical Best moves beyond traditional programs by raising students' awareness of physical fitness, and its connection to physical activity in a positive and inclusive manner.

Endorsed by the National Association of Governor's Councils on Physical Fitness and Sports

ABOUT PHYSICAL BEST

How does the Physical Best fitness education program make a difference in the quality of the total physical education program?

It's inclusive: all students participate.
It's non-competitive: students work to improve themselves, not strive for unrealistic standards.
It's progressive: resources follow proven educational progressions that help students take more responsibility for their own health-related fitness.
It's individualized: students set personal goals based on their individual fitness needs.
It's positive: makes physical activity and education a positive experience for all students.
It's ready to use: activities outline preparation, implementation, and follow-up lessons.
It incorporates the latest scientific nutritional information.
It's linked to national physical education, dance, and health standards (NASPE, NDA, AAHE).
It addresses the concerns outlined in Healthy People 2000 and the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity.

For more information on the Physical Best program, resources, and workshops, please use the information below:

AAHPERD/Physical Best
1900 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191
800.213.7193
Fax: 703.476.9527
E-mail: physicalbest@aahperd.org
URL: www.naspeinfo.org

Physical Best Administrator
Susan Schoenberg
800.213.7193 extension 426
Fax: 703.476.9527
E-mail: claman@aahperd.org

For Missouri Certified Instructors

Contact:
Executive Director
3931 Scarborough Way
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: 660-582-7378
FAX: 573-634-3055
Email: jmahperd@earthlink.net