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Peer reviewedMeyers, Carlton R. – Physical Educator, 1980
Salient concerns for practitioners of fitness testing are identified. (JD)
Descriptors: Error of Measurement, Exercise Physiology, Physical Fitness, Scores
Peer reviewedGilliam, G. McKenzie; And Others – Physical Educator, 1988
A study of 56 fifth graders found the traditional physical education approach (game techniques and fundamentals) was ineffective in improving scores on a health-related physical fitness test. Modification of the same sport (basketball) with conditioning exercises to improve cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal function, produced improvement in…
Descriptors: Basketball, Body Composition, Cardiovascular System, Exercise Physiology
