Episode notes
In this episode of Fit to Teach, hosts Nathan Marshall and Kyle Pfaffenbach welcome Jake Chamberlain, a gym teacher at Central Elementary School in La Grande and an alum of Eastern Oregon University's Health and Human Performance program. The discussion covers the importance of combining weightlifting and running for balanced fitness, how to engage children in physical education, and the value of building personal relationships with students. Jake emphasizes the significance of creating a positive and inclusive environment in PE classes and shares his own routines and strategies for maintaining personal wellness. The conversation also highlights the challenges of transitioning from athletic careers to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and the role of educators in fostering lifelong fitness habits in students.
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