Thursday, March 19, 2015: 3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Convention Center: Idea Exchange: Ballroom 6B Foyer #1
Physical Activity: Family and Community Engagement
Intended Audience: K-12, Post Secondary Instructor/Faculty
| Speakers: | Karen Edwards, University of Delaware, Newark, DE; Nate Elder, University of Delaware, Newark, DE; and Chante Vann, University of Delaware, Felton, DE |
Come hear the University of Delaware (UD) students discuss their Girls Inc. summer camp fitness program. Using FitnessGram UD students' pre/post tested campers flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and core strength. Daily activities were taught to support fitness growth. Squord activity trackers were used to add additional movement motivation for both girls and their families. Infused classroom teaching techniques included fitness word wall, weekly family fitness flyers, fitness journals and daily effort awards.
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