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Push Up Routine

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Students improve upper body strength by doing push-ups. They practice synchronized movements they can do with a partner while in the push-up position.

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Grade
5th - 11th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice
Year
2001
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