The Academic Runway

A pathway to ideas, research, and resources.

Each month, we highlight a high-quality resource that can enhance your physical education program, from digital tools to essential equipment.


Featured Resource: The "PE Central" Lesson Idea Database

The Fact: PE Central is one of the world’s largest online repositories for physical education, featuring thousands of lesson plans and teaching ideas. It provides educators with a wide variety of activities categorized by grade level, skill type, and equipment availability.

Visit Resource: PE Central Official Website


Important PE & SS Books Important PE & SS Academic Journals Useful Websites for PE & SS
  • Foundations of Physical Education
  • Methods in Physical Education
  • Textbook of Physical Education
  • Research Methods in Physical Education and Sports Sciences
  • Principles of Sports Training
  • Exercise Physiology

Scopus Indexed/UGC Care Listed

  • Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport
  • Journal of Physical Education and Sport
  • Journal of Teaching in Physical Education
  • European Physical Education Review
  • Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy
  • Quest
  • Sport, Education and Society
  • Journal of Sport and Health Science
  • Journal of Sport Psychology in Action
  • International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching
  • Biology of Sport
  • Sports Medicine
  • Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
  • Perceptual and Motor Skills
  • Motricidade

We’ll keep adding more books, journals, and websites here each month.