The Similarities and Differences between Hershey’s Track and Field and Skate in School “The main thing is that it’s nice to see these young people- 9 to 14 years old- take the opportunity to get more involved in their health and fitness. We need more kids to be active.”-Rafer Johnson. This quote can relate well to Hershey’s Track and Field and Skate in School because the main points for each programs are about offering children the possibilities to engage in physical performance while having fun and stay fit at the same time. Hershey’s Track and Field was created in 1997 which is 30 years ago, and takes place in every state in America, including other countries such as Canada and Puerto Rico. Meanwhile, Skate in School started in 1996, around 17 years ago and is used to more than 1,000 schools in the country. Even though they have different backgrounds and activities, but they are considered to be great physical programs that help children stay healthy. To start, Hershey’s Track and Field and Skate in School are not rigorous programs are they are both used for children to have fun in sport activities as well as staying healthy. For instance, according to aahperd.org, “You don’t need to be a star athlete to participate in track & field...You just need to have fun” (aahperd.org). And according to skateinschool.com, “Skate in School is at the forefront of “New PE” initiatives, which boost youth fitness and self - esteem, and emphasize the development of life-long physical skills and activities”(skateinschool.com). Both of these programs hold merits and provides the best opportunities for kids to enjoy activities and promotes them to exercise which help them stay in good health due to the fact tha... ... middle of paper ... ...lt skate packages are $85. Youth packages are $75 and feature adjustable skates that accommodate four shoe sizes”(aahperd.org). It is evidently shows that Hershey’s Track and Field requires a certain type of ages while all ages, adult and youth can join Skate in School. Clearly, both programs are popular and millions of students have join these programs but only students 9 to 14 years old can join Hershey’s Track and Field, while anyone from all ages can join Skate in School. All in all, even though both programs have different programs but they offers a lot of activities for children to have fun and stay healthy. Hershey’s Track and Field can facilitate your heart because it provides a great deal of cardiovascular workout. Skate in School also has cardiovascular exercises and it also improves your muscles. Which programs between the two do you prefer?
Cross country and track to an outsider, they can only be seen as running. Well, to a student of the sport they are both so much more. Runners are gathered to both, but there are plenty of variations between the two. Although I love both of these sports, if I had to side with one, I would choose track. These can commonly be seen in training, races, and people.
The first skateboards were made in the 1950’s being used as an exciting activity to take part in when the waves were down. From then and now the sport has changed tremendously, thanks to a group of young skaters from a slum area of Venice Beach or Dog-town, as the locals called it, known as the z-boys in the 1970’s. Even though skateboarding was already known and invented, the z-boys are the ones who made skating famous and took it to new heights in popularity. But how did they do this? The Z-boys made this sport what it is today, and played a very important part in the history and evolution of skateboard style and quality.
Americas oldest organized sport, which can be traced back to the 1400s originating in the Great Lakes
games, and activities is a turf field, which has facilitated five state competitions, and various
Roller skating is said to have been born during the summer months when ice was not available. The first documented inventor of roller skates was John Joseph Merlin who was born September 17, 1735, in the city of Huys, Belgium. Merlin was well known for his abilities for making musical instruments and other interesting mechanical gadgets. Through various incarnations, roller skates strove to replicate the streamlined speed and maneuverability of ice skates, but without ball bearings or shock-absorbent wheels it would take 200 years before that dream was achieved. Even as late as 1960, the Chicago Skate Company attempted to market an inline skate that looked much like today's skate, but it did not offer sufficient comfort, stability or a reliable brake (Zaidman 1). Although the Chicago Skate Company’s attempt of the inline skate was not successful, it did play a pivotal role in the molding of what is now known as inline skating.
Children have been involved in little leagues since the 1800’s, and with the rising problems of obesity in today’s children, I believe it is important to encourage involvement in physical activity. This could be either a positive or negative viewpoint on early sport specialization depending on how it is looked at. It is estimated that between 18 and 28 million American children are to be involved in some type of organized sports participation. However, is the number of these children who have taken to specializing in a single sport at very young ages (Kauffman). This sudden, growing increase has escalated the idea of sport specialization
Mark Gonzales was a true innovator of street skating, he was one of the first skaters to ride handrails which is a major contribution to street skating. Tony Alva's skating emerged from the surf culture in the 1950's, making his skating style different. He was one of the first members of the legendary Z-boys skateboarding team and made empty swimming pools part of the skating norm. In 1977, at just 19, he formed Alva skates becoming the first skateboarder to form his own company. Bucky Lasek was not only a skater but also a Rallycross driver.
Revered by some, and shamed by others — skateboarding is growing tremendously fast. In fact, the amount of skateboarders in the country has increased by over 128 percent over the past decade, now forming a population of 11 million skateboarders (Aperio). While skateboarders recognize the sport as a craft, many others see it as notorious, even criminal. This is due to the very nature of the sport. Skateboarders have built a dependency on street infrastructure, like stairs and ledges, in order to perform their tricks. Many cities have found a quick but rather futile solution to the complaints made by business owners and pedestrians; make skating illegal! The dramatic growth in skateboarders around the country has proved this method to be insufficient
But there was just something about the cold air nipping at your fingertips or the constant chill at your spine- that's the way Tumblr described it anyway.
Depending on how much you skate and how intense you are skating you could burn anywhere from one hundred fifty to five hundred calories (Health Fitness Revolution). Skateboarding can also help your legs, ankles, and feet become more flexible in your joints (Health Fitness Revolution). Also skateboarding helps you learn how to “bail” or “roll out” of a sketchy situation while skating, this helps you learn to fall without getting seriously injured (Health Fitness Revolution). Skateboarding also can help you build up your endurance because the longer you skate the longer you can actually handle skating no one is done in a couple minutes (Health Fitness Revolution). Overall skateboarding helps with most physical activity and exercise, also skateboarding decreases the chance of high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity (Health Fitness
This new culture of competitiveness breeds overbearing parents and coaches, who hold children younger than 5 years old to standards expected from high school and college athletes. Seasons have lengthened and teams have become more exclusive.
Skateboarding is defined as being a sport that involves rebellious teenagers and a piece of wood on wheels, but skateboarding is actually a very exciting sport that can benefit anyone who is a part of it. Skateboarding is healthy and can teach many valuable lessons for future interactions. What others may not know is that this sport can help influence the way an individual may perceive a dilemma. Skateboarding aids social interaction, health, physical and mental activity.
Created because California surfers were looking for a form of entertainment, something to do while there were no waves. No one knows who made the first board, but it's known that many people had similar ideas of skateboards. Many started with wooden planks, wooden boxes, boards and would attach roller skate wheels to the bottom. In 1959 Roller Derby produces the first skateboard with metal wheels, which then lead to a evolution and out going experience for society. By 1963 skateboarding was all the rage, popularity of the sport was ats its peak, then suddenly started to fade. By the 1970’s urethane wheels were invented and skateboarding picked back up with new styles and inventions to improve upon skateboarding. In the 1980’s and the 1990’s skateboarding continues to grow and establish a subculture. In the 2000’s many cities have built many skate parks and camps learning
I can recall a time where Track and Field was an unknown realm to me. Starting my first day of practice, I had a new coach. He was a short, stubby man who sported tatted gray sweatpants, worn down Nike running shoes and a hat that read “Grub Hub”. As other runners and I gathered around the coach, he announced in a deep voice, “We’re running 600’s today”. It seemed as though cheer and excitement flooded his mind, confusion and anger flooded mine. How far is a 600? I pondered. The track was located on a steep hill enclosed by miles of grassy area. I trudged up the hill, with the cold gusts of wind stinging my cheeks, ready being the workout. After much observation, I realized that after the 200-meter mark, the track became indistinguishable.
I believe I started inline skating in about seventh grade, and I would have to say I had no life before then. But I guess now, I still don't have a life because all I do has to do with inline skating and its representation as a sport, which is why I am giving this speech. In the summer I skate every day for 4 or more hours. I have been acquainted with the manager of Team Paradise, a nationally recognized mail order store. I have also helped in the production of CDS Detroit products, made locally in Grosse Pointe.