15026. THE IMPACT OF ANCIENT GREEK IDEALS ON AMERICAN PHYSICAL EDUCATION. Argues that the Greeks had a stronger influence than any other ancient culture, especially with their humanistic ideal of including P.E. as part of a well-rounded education. Also refers to the gymnastics movement of the 19th century, and the fact that American P.E. provides training for girls as well as boys. 10 pages, 29 footnotes, 8 bibliographic references.