696 Youth and Interscholastic Coaches: Catalysts in Developing Fitness

Saturday, March 17, 2012: 10:15 AM-11:30 AM
Convention Center: Room 201
NASPE/Sport and Coaching
Speakers: Randall A. Nichols1; Ethan Hull1; Traci D. Zillifro1; and Ronald Nichols2, (1)Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA, (2)Deer Lakes School District, New Castle, PA
Strategies to help combat physical inactivity and obesity have been developed for schools and communities; however, the role of the coach has been somewhat overlooked. This presentation focuses on how coaches can play a vital role in promoting physical fitness during their practices. Attendees will learn new approaches to practice planning along with strategies to use during practice to serve as a catalyst in developing athletes' physical fitness.