Hello Lancers!

Mr. Hughes, Ms. Murray and I will be using this website for Physical Education. Please check here for content, activities and updates while we are away from Lydiksen. In the meantime, check out some healthy lifestyle tips below. Take care! - Coach Head

Feel free to contact me between the hours of 8:15 AM and 2:55 PM at rhead@pleasantonusd.net

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**UPDATES/REMINDERS**

Hi Lancers, here is the link to my zoom classes in case you're having trouble getting in:

https://pleasantonusd.zoom.us/j/99909536642?pwd=dk5OSGZnTnZNU3YwMWNhR1Y4OFdyQT09

Hi Lancers please visit this google form to fill out the PE Challenge! https://forms.gle/nYVdecBfch2cRUjY8

**10/15/2020** Hi Lancers! I hope that your week is going well so far. This week is designated for catching up on missed FlipGrid assignments. If you have missed any flipgrids please visit your classes link to complete any that you might have missed. If you have any questions please feel free to email me or stay on the zoom link when I release class to complete work. Hang in there everyone you're doing a tremendous job!

**9/30/2020** Good morning Lancers, you're doing a great job so far this year. Although times are tough, remember to maintain a good attitude and always do your best. Quote of the day “The same boiling water that softens the potato hardens the egg. It’s what you’re made of. Not the circumstances.” – Unknown. Make it a great day!

**9/28/2020** Happy Monday everyone! I hope you had a great weekend. This week we are focusing on the Overhand throw. The cues that I like to use are "T, L, Step & Throw" see the FlipGrid this week to get a further explanation and demonstration of what it should look like. Remember FlipGrid videos are due by Sunday at the latest. Get it done early so you can relax and enjoy your weekends! If you need help with anything please email me or contact me. Thank you.

**9/25/2020** Great work this week Lancers! Please make sure to submit your creative dance by Sunday. So far the dances I've received have been awesome, keep up the great work! Have a good weekend, stay active and be safe. See you Monday.

**9/23/2020** Hi Lancers I hope your week is going well so far. This week we are finishing up dance with upper grades completing a creative dance of their own. Please remember to include a change of speed and direction, two locomotor movements and one exercise. You may make the dance with someone else or individually. Music is not required but welcomed. Please make sure music and moves are school appropriate. Assignments are due by Sunday. Looking forward to seeing your creative side!

**9/15/2020** Good morning Lancers! This week we are focusing on fitness and stretching. We will also be doing some fun games and activities. Next week we will focus on dance! Please make sure you are staying safe with the poor air quality and finding a time to relax when you can. Looking forward to seeing you this week. Go Lancers!

**9/11/2020 Happy Friday Lancers! Great job wrapping up your fifth week of virtual learning. I've been very impressed with the push-ups I've seen on FlipGrid. Do your best to submit your video before the end of the weekend. You can get a further breakdown of the components of fitness under the "physical fitness testing" tab on this page. If you need help or assistance with anything please contact me. Keep up the great work, have a great weekend!

**9/9/2020** Hi everyone, happy Wednesday! Just wanted to say that you've been doing a great job in PE so far. I've thoroughly enjoyed watching your work on FlipGrid and seeing your faces on our zoom calls. Remember if you ever need any help or additional assistance I'm happy to do what I can for you, please ask. Also if you can't make a PE class I would appreciate it if you sent me some kind of message to keep me informed. Have a great rest of your week! Stay safe.

**9/8/2020** Morning Lancers! I hope your three day weekend went well. This week we are focusing muscular strength which is one of the components of fitness. Specifically we are focusing on the Push-up. The key to a proper pushup is having the correct hand alignment, keeping a straight body and making sure the elbows bend to 90 degrees. Looking forward to seeing your flipgrid videos! Have fun.

**9/4/2020** Happy Friday everyone! Way to complete your 4th week of virtual learning. I am very proud of you for being responsible and accountable with all of your work. I'm so impressed, great job! Remember to submit your Flipgrid video by the end of the day today if you haven't already. There is no school on Monday so get some time to relax and have some fun. See you next week! :-)

**9/2/2020** Happy Wednesday Lancers! I hope that your week is going well so far. This week we are focusing on catching in PE. Remember to keep your eyes on the ball and hands close together when you catch. You can do self toss and catch or work with a partner if someone is available. Please stick with underhand tosses as we will work on the overhand throw in the next couple of weeks. If you need any help or assistance please reach out to me! Make it a great day, go Lancers! :-)

**9/1/2020** Hi Lancers, couple reminders. Please make sure you submit your FlipGrid videos by the end of the day on Friday. Each week there will be a new lesson posted so do your best to keep up! Remember if you need any help please notify me so I can assist you. Have a great day!

**8/31/2020** Morning Lancers! Can you believe we're already on our 4th week of school! You guys are doing a great job so far, keep it up! I really enjoyed watching your flipgrid videos this week. Great rolls! This week we are focusing on catching. Remember to keep you eye on the ball, keep your hands close together and secure the object when it arrives. Lets make it another great week! Go Lancers!

**8/27/2020** Hello everyone, happy Friday! I hope that your week has gone well for you. Please submit your Flipgrid video of your underhand roll by the end of the day today if you haven't already. I don't need you to include pins, or a target in the video although that would be cool if you did. I'm most concerned with watching you step with the opposite foot and watching you follow the cues. Thank you so much! looking forward to seeing all of your fantastic rolls :-) Have a great weekend.

**8/25/2020** Morning Lancers! Couple reminders, please submit your flipgrid video of you rolling underhand towards a target by the end of the day on Friday (Grades 2, 3, 4, 5). You do not need to use pins, that is just to make it more of a challenge. Remember if you need to review the lesson you can find the demonstration on flipgrid. Looking forward to watching your great underhand rolls! Make it a great day Lancers!

**8/24/2020** Good morning everyone, I hope that you and your family are continuing to stay safe during this unfortunate time. Assignment this week is the underhand roll towards a target. Flipgrid videos are due by the end of the day on Friday. You will be assessed on knowing the 4 cues (step, low, rock & roll) and stepping with the correct, opposite foot (stepping in opposition). Please review demonstrations on flipgrid and contact me if you have any questions. Remember you only need to fill out the attendance form on days you have PE with me. Take care!

**8/21/2020** Hi Lancers! You guys have done a tremendous job with virtual learning so far. I am so impressed at how responsible everyone has been in attending meetings and completing assignments. I want to thank you for your effort and flexibility during this challenging time. Keep it up! I hope you have a great weekend and get a moment to step away from the screen. Stay safe, see you next week.

**8/20/2020** Good morning Lancers! I just wanted to say that you guys are doing a great job with PE so far this year! The attendance has been great, and your effort is tremendous. This week we focused on the underhand roll with the cues "Step, Low, Rock & Roll" stressing the importance of stepping with the opposite foot! Next week we will roll towards a target and use flipgrid to record yourself performing this skill! Have a great day!

**8/18/2020** Hello everyone I hope that your second week of virtual learning is going well for you. Reminder, please make sure you're filling out your attendance form located under the home tab on this website (google form) this is how I will keep track of your attendance so it's important that you do this on days you have P.E. The assignment this week for PE is the underhand roll, make sure you watch the demonstration on FlipGrid and practice as much as possible. If you haven't already done so make sure you join FlipGrid with your group (class). I have added a "FlipGrid" tab at the top of the page if you need to locate the link. You must be logging in with your Pleasanton school gmail account. Thank you Lancers! You're doing great!

**8/14/2020** Hi Lancers, I hope your first week of virtual learning went well! Here is my join code for flipgrid if you missed it earlier. Hope you have a great Friday and weekend!

**8/13/2020** Good morning everyone! I hope that your first week of school is off to a great start. We will be using flipgrid in PE to be able to assess your skill development as the year continues. Please register an account with FlipGrid if you haven't already. Materials we would like to get for the year include: playground ball, jump rope, frisbee, and a balloon. Thank you!

**8/11/2020** Welcome back Lancers! I hope that you have a great first day of school! I'm looking forward to having a great year of P.E. In addition to checking this website some of you may have Ms. Murray or Mr. Hughes for one of your classes. Please check their pages as well. Thanks!

**6/1/2020** Congratulation Lancers! You've made it to summer. I know it's been a difficult time, but I personally want to express my admiration for all of your hard work and dedication to finish this year on a strong note! I hope that you and your families have a great summer and that you continue to stay safe. H.A.G.S everyone! :-P

**5/28/2020** Hi everyone, I hope your last week of school is going well and that you're able to have some fun during this time :-P It was great seeing a lot of your faces yesterday in the workout and I appreciate your dedication! I'm doing my best to stop by as many classes as possible this week so if you missed the workout hopefully I can catch you on zoom with your classmates. Daily nugget! Cardio exercise before breakfast can burn more fat. Have a great day everyone!

**5/27/2020** Happy Wednesday everyone! Join us for a final workout today. On the agenda we have a short spider-man TABATA, followed up with some relaxing yoga. Looking forward to seeing you there. Daily nugget! To ensure sustainability find exercises or activities that you find fun, instead of it feeling like a chore. Personally, I enjoy playing games or taking hikes :-) Have a great day!!

**5/26/2020** Morning Lancers! You've made it to the final week of school, although this has been a difficult time we are really proud of the all of the hard work you've displayed over the last several weeks. Join us tomorrow for the final workout of the year! Daily nugget! Your muscles and joints require water in order to stay energized, lubricated and healthy! Drink that H20 :) Have a great day!

**5/25/2020** Happy Memorial Day Weekend, I hope everyone had a chance to relax and enjoy this warm weather. Remember we still have one more Wednesday Workout, hope to see you there!

**5/20/2020** Good morning everyone! Rise and shine! Time for Wednesday Workouts :-) Remember to try and have a healthy breakfast and to get hydrated so your body can perform at an optimal level. Please make sure you have some space and a mat if you're working on a hard surface. See you soon! Daily nugget! Repeatedly using plastic water bottles can release chemicals into your water. I personally like to use a hydroflask!

**5/19/2020** Hi Lancers, join us tomorrow for Wednesday Workouts! There are only 2 left for the rest of the year so lets make the most of it! Arrive early to chat with Coach Head and classmates. See you in the morning! :-) Daily nugget! Dehydration can have a negative impact on your mood and energy levels, so please stay hydrated! See you tomorrow.

**5/18/2020** Good morning Lancers! Happy Monday :) I hope you had a great weekend. Reminder, please join Ms. Murray and myself for Wednesday Workouts at either 8:30 AM or 9:30 AM. Looking forward to seeing you there! Daily Nugget! The average, moderately active person walks approximately 7,500 steps per day! Also stretching increases blood flow to your muscles which helps prevent injuries. Make sure you stretch! See you Wednesday :-)

**5/15/2020** Happy Friday everyone! I hope your week went well. It's looking like it could be pretty warm these next few days remember to stay hydrated to keep your body functioning optimally! Daily nugget! Exercising regularly can increase your lifespan by keeping your DNA healthy and young. Have a great weekend! :-)

**5/14/2020** Hello Lancers! I hope your Thursday is off to a great start! Thank you for everyone who attended Wednesday Workout yesterday! It was great to see everyone's face :-) Daily nugget! Even at rest, muscle is 3 times more efficient at burning calories than fat. Have a great day!

**5/13/2020** Good morning everyone! I hope you're feeling rested and ready to get your hustle on this morning! Join Ms. Murray and myself for Wednesday Workouts! we have a fun routine planned for today bound to get that heart rate up! Remember to fill out my "Wednesday Workout" form after completing the workout to provide me with some feedback! Thanks! :-) Daily nugget! Eating eggs increases your reflexes.

**5/12/2020** Good morning Lancers! I hope you and your families are doing well. Reminder! Wednesday workouts are tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM, please join to get a fun workout in! Links are under "Workout Wednesday" tab above. Daily nugget! The five main components of fitness: The body's ability to use oxygen, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition. To lose one pound of fat you need to burn approximately 3,500 calories! To see a further breakdown of the components of fitness visit the "Concepts" tab above. :-) Have a great day, see ya tomorrow!

**5/11/2020** Hi Lancers, hope your week gets off to a great start! Daily nugget! Writing things out by hand will help you remember them. Also, yoga can boost your cognitive function and lower stress! Join us on Wednesday for another fun, challenging workout! Looking forward to seeing you there.

**5/8/2020** Happy Friday Lancers! Thank you for those of you who joined Ms. Murray and myself for the workout on Wednesday! Please remember to fill out the google form after the workout so that I can continue to provide workouts that are fun and engaging for you! Daily nugget! Between 2000 and 2015 the global life expectancy increase by 5 years. Have a great weekend! :-P

**5/6/2020** Rise and shine Lancers! Join your teachers this morning for a quick, fun workout! Remember you can arrive early to the zoom to chat before the workout. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Daily nugget! Feeling tired today? Exercise will give you more energy even when you're tired! Also, a lack of exercise now causes as many deaths as smoking.

**5/5/2020**Good morning Lancers! I hope you and your families are doing well. Join me tomorrow morning at either 8:30 AM or 9:30 AM for a workout! Ms. Murray will also be joining and doing some fun tabatas! Daily nugget! Laughing 100 times is equivalent to riding a stationary bike or 15 minutes. Get your laugh on! :-)

**4/30/2020**Daily nugget! People who run 12-18 miles a week have a stronger immune system and can increase their bone mineral density. When you get a moment check out the game board under "Activities" tab! Ms. Murray has created a board that has some really cool activities, thanks Ms. Murray!

**4/29/2020** Good morning! Today's workout will be a 10 minute cardio workout: Jumping Jacks, Squats, Slow Bicycle, Vertical Jumps. 30 seconds exercise followed by 20 seconds of rest. Repeat for 3 rounds. After you have completed the workout I've added a "google form" under Wednesday Workout for you to provide some more feedback for me. Please fill this out when you get the chance. Thank you! :-)

**4/28/2020** Good morning Lancers! I hope your week is off to a great start. Reminder, join me for a live workout tomorrow morning at either 8:30 AM, or 9:30 AM. Be prepared by having a good breakfast, getting hydrated and finding a safe place to move around. Feel free to arrive early to chat with Coach Head, Ms. Murray and classmates! Daily nugget! Walking outside can reduce negative thoughts and boost self-esteem! Also, did you know that the human body has over 650 muscles?! lets get those muscles active. See you tomorrow.

**4/24/2020** Daily nugget! Staying in touch with family and friends is good for your health, memory and longevity! Have a great weekend lancers, make sure you get some physical activity this weekend. See you Wednesday morning for a workout. Take care. - Coach Head

**4/23/2020** Daily nugget! Laughing can increase blood flow by up to 20% so make sure you have a good laugh today! Also, make sure you're staying optimistic. Studies have shown that being an optimist can help you live longer so always look on the bright side!

**4/22/2020** Awesome seeing you this morning Lancers! Between my two workouts I had nearly 115 students! My goal is to get that up to 200, maybe 300 people. Do you think we can do it? Spread the word to your classmates and let's make this happen! Have a great rest of your week! -Coach Head

**4/21/2020** If you're needing some inspiration check out a video created by all of the PE teachers in the district! Youtube link below. See you in the morning!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cn8iY77kWOs

**4/20/2020** Hi Lancers, I hope that you and your families are doing well. I wanted to post a reminder that Wednesday Workouts will be happening for the remainder of the year! I've also added a 8:30 AM workout slot for some of you that have classes from 9-10 AM. Feel free to drop into the zoom meeting a few minutes early to connect with Coach Head and some of your classmates. See you Wednesday! :)

**4/15/2020** Hello Lancers! I hope that you had a wonderful Spring Break. Wednesday workouts are back! Join me tomorrow morning at 9:30 A.M. for a 10-15 minute workout. Please review the 5 Components of Fitness video under the Concepts page to get familiar with vocabulary that I will be using when I'm conducting the workouts. Be prepared by having a healthy breakfast, getting hydrated and having a towel or mat if you are working on a hard surface (I will be on carpet).

**3/30/2020** I will be hosting a workout on Wednesday morning 4/1 at 9:30 A.M. all students are welcome to join me for a 15 minute workout! Workout is optional! Please check out the "Wednesday Workout" tab above to access the link. See you Wednesday!

**ATTENTION** I added a google form under the "HOME" tab, please click this form and fill it out for me! Thank you :)

• Regular physical activity is important for the healthy growth, development and well-being of children and young people.

• They should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day, including vigorous activities that make them ‘huff and puff’.

• Parents should be good role models and have a positive attitude to being active.

• Water is the best way to quench your thirst – and it doesn’t come with the added sugar found in fruit juices, soft drinks and other sweetened drinks.

• Reduced fat milk for children over two is a nutritious drink and a great source of calcium.

• Give kids whole fruit to eat, rather than offering fruit juices that have a lot of sugar.

• Eating fruit and vegetables every day helps children grow and develop, boosts their vitality and can reduce the risk of many chronic diseases.

• Aim to eat two servings of fruit and five serving of vegetables every day.

• Have fresh fruit available as a convenient snack and try to include fruit and veggies in every meal.

• Sedentary or ‘still’ time spent watching TV, surfing online or playing computer games is linked to kids becoming overweight or obese.

• Children and young people should spend no more than two hours a day on ‘small screen’ entertainment. Break up long periods of use as often as possible.

• Plan a range of active indoor and outdoor games or activities for your children, as alternatives to watching TV or playing on the computer.

• Healthy snacks help children and young people meet their daily nutritional needs.

• Snacks based on fruit and vegetables, reduced fat dairy products and whole grains are the healthiest choices.

• Avoid snacks that are high in sugar or saturated fats – such as chips, cakes and chocolate – which can cause children to put on excess weight.