The Supersized PhysEd Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Welcome PE Nation! We I share five simple mantras that help us teach better, especially when PE gets tough with heat days, indoor constraints, and the constant need to stay upbeat. I connect each mindset to real moments from sports, work, and school so you can pick one weakness to target and get 1% better each day. • embracing the grind when conditions make teaching harder • building relationships by staying friendly and consistent with quiet or grumpy students&n...

Send us Fan Mail Hello PE Nation! Today I dig into the power of students creating their own games and why that creativity can change the energy of a PE program. I share real examples from my childhood games, then land on a practical, structured way to run “PE Design Squad” so it stays fun, clear, and safe. • using game creation to boost student ownership and creativity • borrowing inspiration from Design Squad style challenges • structuring student designs with equipment lis...

Send us Fan Mail Yes Chef! Today I borrow the mindset of elite kitchens to rethink what excellence looks like in teaching and physical education. I lay out a simple “recipe” that helps us build joyful classes, reliable routines, memorable experiences, and a consistent standard students can trust. • loving cooking shows as a lens for teaching excellence • serving up joy daily through fun movement and real connection • putting systems in place for attention signals, class flo...

Send us Fan Mail What's up PE Nation! Today I share how we run Striker Ball for K-5 and why it fits so well as a follow-up to Foursquare and Gaga Ball. I break down the setup, the rules that keep it safe and fair, and the simple ways we teach kids to settle disputes fast. • why Striker Ball works as a progression from Foursquare and Gaga Ball • simple setup using medium cones and court circles • objective of scoring through cone goals while defending your own • ball he...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Summer, Today I lay out a simple way to rest during summer break while still coming back ready to serve students better. I use the three Rs reflect, refocus, and regroup to review what worked, fix what didn’t, and build a real plan instead of repeating last year. • reflecting on the previous school year with pluses, minuses, changes, and keepers • building a PE culture that stays fun and educational • using a wristband-style student leadership pro...