Should we be using fitness testing in schools?

The use of fitness testing in schools has long been a topic for debate. Although already quite common in most secondary schools, its purpose, value and place in the curriculum remain under question. So, should we be using fitness testing in schools? 

Physical Education - Human Kinetics - SALE now on

Editorial: PE tests make some students feel bad. But we still need them - Los Angeles Times

Should we be using fitness testing in schools?

Should I Fitness Test in PE?

Breathing Exercises to Increase and Sustain Energy for Workouts - Human Kinetics Blog

Fitness Testing In Physical Education

Physical Education - Human Kinetics - SALE now on

Schools Need To Avoid These Pitfalls When It Comes To Fitness Testing.

Middle School Fitness Testing by Jessica Johnson

Out now: Athletic Movement Skills - Human Kinetics Blog

How I Do Fitness Testing in PE Class, Fitnessgram

Texas Schools Turn to IHT to Simplify Mandatory Student Fitness Testing

PDF] The Influence of Familiarization on Physical Fitness Test Results in Primary School-Aged Children.

Bleep Tests of pupils in PE class

James Steele on X: Cardiorespiratory Fitness Testing in Children - some great content in @ESSRonline this month: Perspective. Commentary. Also, nice blog from @Human_Kinetics / X