Chapter
The Problem With the Gym Class ‘Pacer Test’
37:08 - 42:09 (05:00)
Two reporters discuss the issues with the mandated physical fitness test many US students take in gym class, including how it's administered, how it's graded, and how it makes many kids feel.
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The fitness tests that students take at school have an interesting history and many flaws, including a focus on physical fitness over overall wellness and a potential for promoting harmful body image.
37:08 - 39:37 (02:29)
Summary
The fitness tests that students take at school have an interesting history and many flaws, including a focus on physical fitness over overall wellness and a potential for promoting harmful body image.
ChapterThe Problem With the Gym Class ‘Pacer Test’
EpisodeThe President's Physical Fitness Test
PodcastMaintenance Phase
The lack of attention given to physical education in schools affects the quality of the programs, as well as the students' overall experience.
39:37 - 41:02 (01:24)
Summary
The lack of attention given to physical education in schools affects the quality of the programs, as well as the students' overall experience. Despite being aware of the issue, solutions remain elusive.
ChapterThe Problem With the Gym Class ‘Pacer Test’
EpisodeThe President's Physical Fitness Test
PodcastMaintenance Phase
The Physical Fitness Test, an unfunded mandate for schools since the 1950s, has always been disliked by teachers and principals.
41:02 - 42:09 (01:07)
Summary
The Physical Fitness Test, an unfunded mandate for schools since the 1950s, has always been disliked by teachers and principals. The test lacks proper guidelines for implementation, communication of results, and does not gather reliable data.