Let's Get Moving!
Welcome to The FitnessGram Playground
Launched in 2021, this online resource aims to enhance students' physical fitness and mental well-being by tackling low physical activity levels among youth, particularly amid the rise of online learning. With childhood obesity in the U.S. being a major public health issue, this page provides homes and schools access to extensive fitness resources, sponsored by the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and the NFL Foundation.
LEARN • ASSESS • ADDRESS
Utilizing the recommended 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise per day as a framework, The Cooper Institute partnered with New York City based nonprofit, Hip Hop Public Health to develop a dance-inspired fitness video series. “Our latest collaboration expands upon our growing collection of H.Y.P.E. Breaks designed to Help Young People Energize,” adds Hip Hop Public Health CEO and Executive Director, Lori Rose Benson. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with The Cooper Institute to provide communities with free, fun, standards-based resources that lift up spirits and encourage daily physical activity in school or at home.”
This collection of fitness videos consists of four, 15-minute segments (equaling 60 minutes total) that focus on aerobic fitness, muscular strength, high intensity interval training and flexibility. Each workout is accompanied by the music of the FitnessGram PACER Test Remix and offers a variety of intensity levels, progressions and modifications. The H.Y.P.E. Breaks do not require any equipment so they can be done anytime, anywhere.
With this FitnessGram online resource, now millions of kids nationwide and thousands of schools will have access to the learning modules, exercise videos, FitnessGram PACER Test Remixes, FitnessGram App and The Kenneth H. Cooper Institute YouTube channel.
FitTalks with FitnessGram are short vignettes that provide explanations and examples of health-related components of fitness, specifically aerobic capacity, body composition, and muscle fitness.
The Kenneth H. Cooper Institute Channel: Youth Fitness at Home
The Cooper Institute YouTube Channel contains a variety of quick exercise videos, including 15-minute, no equipment workouts. These videos can be fun and challenging for the whole family.
Keep kids active and healthy with this playlist of videos designed to improve physical fitness, muscular strength, and aerobic capacity. Use them in class or do them at home together as a family. Great for home schoolers, these Fit Tips can be fun for everyone! Work out with Andjelka Pavlovic, KHCI's Director of Research & Education. Get fit and have fun!
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at Your Fingertips!
Take FitnessGram Anywhere!
The FitnessGram App is designed for teachers, homeschoolers, parents, and students who want to make the most of FitnessGram—now right at your fingertips. Track progress, access resources, and stay engaged with student wellness anytime, anywhere. If your school already participates in FitnessGram, the app is now available for your students to track and record their personal fitness activities. If you homeschool, or are a parent wanting to utilize the app, contact us today.
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