How Classical Physical Education can save America: Interview with Historical Kinesiologist Ron Jones

Journey back in time during this fascinating and important 80 minute interview, when we sat down in the historic Jack Dempsey house with special guest Ron Jones (a historical kinesiologist and physical educator) to learn about Classical Physical Education. Find out where modern PE went off the rails, the greatness that has been lost, what can and needs to be regained, and how Classical PE can save the United States of America. Topics covered include: 00:00 – Introduction 02:00 – What is Classical PE? 03:58 – Muscle Beach 06:31 – Physical fitness with no injuries 08:24 – Attention to form 11:25 – The rise of sport over Classical PE in America 16:37 – When and how did PE in America go wrong? 21:37 - JFK and Physical Fitness 23:47 – The push for sports and “Spectatoritis” 25:22 – The Importance of the classical idea of "Leisure" 28:11 – Foreign influences on American PE 32:09 – Unifying philosophy of movement 35:19 – A holistic approach, and modern PE illiteracy 38:35 – The importance of mentors 41:10 – On modern “Experts” 47:22 – The use of the health wand 53:06 – Indian Clubs 55:56 – Mr Peanut’s Guide to Physical Fitness 57:33 – Antique Gymnasium Equipment 58:45 – Ruth St Denis 1:02:02 – The connection between classical PE and dance 1:06:00 – 90% Perfection 1:08:47 – Moving forward: bringing classical PE to the new (and future) generations Ron's website: http://theleanberets.com Ron's YouTube channel:    / theleanberets   Ron's podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-lon... "The Motivation Factor" - Documentary film mentioned by Ron. This multiple award-winning documentary film shows the irreplaceable role Physical Education plays to develop social unity and become smart, productive and mentally stable citizens, and the out-of-control consequences we face today with its absence in our society. http://motivationmovie.com Ron's video on how to walk properly, mentioned in the interview:    • PE 101: "How to Walk with Gliding Gait"   Ron's video series on the use of the health wand, mentioned in the interview:    • Health Wands   Ron's extensive reading list relating to fitness, classical PE, and other topics: https://theleanberets.com/wp-content/...