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An Investigation Of The Effect Of Isometric Contraction Exercises On The Development Of Strength, Talmadge Glynn Moore
An Investigation Of The Effect Of Isometric Contraction Exercises On The Development Of Strength, Talmadge Glynn Moore
Graduate Student Research Papers
It was the purpose of this study to investigate the pros and cons of a new-and-old form of exercise called isometric contraction and to determine its place in the realm of athletics and physical fitness. Through research the paper will attempt to reach a conclusion as to the predicted success of isometric contraction upon strength1 a component of physical fitness. It will attempt to show the advantages and disadvantages of isometric contraction as a means of attaining, maintaining, and improving strength.
A Curriculum Guide In Physical Education For The Intermediate Grades Of The Goldendale, Washington, School System, Walter D. Woolley Jr.
A Curriculum Guide In Physical Education For The Intermediate Grades Of The Goldendale, Washington, School System, Walter D. Woolley Jr.
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purpose of this study was to provide the intermediate grade teachers of the Goldendale, Washington, school system with a convenient guide to some of the physical education activities for their grade level. No attempt will be made to give teaching methods for the different activities.
Coaching And Promoting A Junior High School Track Program For Wilson Junior High School, Yakima, Washington, Leland Maurice Bofto
Coaching And Promoting A Junior High School Track Program For Wilson Junior High School, Yakima, Washington, Leland Maurice Bofto
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purpose of this study is (1) to develop a track program for Wilson Junior High School at Yakima, Washington; (2) to show the individual track and field events and a worksheet for each event; (3) to show how to motivate and organize a program; (4) to organize participants into correct classifications; and (5) to give a recommended list of basic equipment.
Establishing A Gymnastics Program For Soap Lake Schools, Norman F. Lehman
Establishing A Gymnastics Program For Soap Lake Schools, Norman F. Lehman
Graduate Student Research Papers
This study proposed to set up a gymnastics program for Soap Lake Junior-Senior High School at Soap Lake., Washington. The program was to be so designed as to conform with the existing facilities and be within the capability range of the students.
The Administration Of Safety In Physical Education, James John Nelson
The Administration Of Safety In Physical Education, James John Nelson
Graduate Student Research Papers
It is essential that school systems in the United States strive to make physical education programs as safe as possible. To ignore this fact is to invite mass disapproval by the general public. Once this has happened a curtailment of physical education programs could take place which would, eventually, have detremental effects on the physical fitness of youth. As in any other phase of school work the primary responsibility for the successful functioning of the school safety program in physical education rests with the administrator. To meet this responsibility with intelligent leadership should be of prime concern to the administrator. …
Current Coaching Trends In Track And Field, Charles Cecil Baker
Current Coaching Trends In Track And Field, Charles Cecil Baker
Graduate Student Research Papers
It was the purpose of this paper to collect and present developments since 1956 in coaching, technique of performance, and equipment in most of the major track and field events.
The Participation Of Junior High School Boys In Competitive Athletics, Richard (Dick) A. Van Well
The Participation Of Junior High School Boys In Competitive Athletics, Richard (Dick) A. Van Well
Graduate Student Research Papers
The problem of this study was to gather information concerning interschool athletics. The chief purposes of this study were to: (1) Collect and summarize the literature written by the medical profession; (2) Collect and summarize the literature written by the educational profession; and (3) To present the research written by those involved, so that people concerned with the problem might make a better judgement on the advisability of interschool athletics at the junior high level.
Constructing Athletic Equipment For Small High Schools, Gordon Snaza
Constructing Athletic Equipment For Small High Schools, Gordon Snaza
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purpose of this paper was to make available to administrators and coaches a detailed and descriptive report on the construction of athletic equipment. This author, having coached in a small high school, knows the hardships coaches in small high schools encounter in acquiring athletic equipment and facilities.