Abstract: By employing research methods of literature review, comparative analysis, and logical reasoning, this study repositions the goals of ideological and political education in physical education courses, and proposes its implementation pathways for innovative development. It indicates that the ideological and political education goals are continuously transforming and deepening with the evolution of the era, the renewal of educational concept, and the diversification of societal demands for talent cultivation. Based on the innovative development logic characterized by timeliness, development, and principles in the new era, the objectives of ideological and political education in physical education courses are manifested in three dimensions: the internalization of physical value and sportsmanship, the cultivation of ideological and moral education and mental health, and the shaping of national consciousness and social responsibility. Currently, the ideological and political education is confronted with such challenges as the deviation of educational values in physical education, the dilemma of coordinating the goals of ideological and political education, and the developmental conflicts in the innovation of content and methods. Its implementation pathways should focus on elevating ideological positioning, reinforcing systematic projects, enhancing teachers' development at the educational system level, and creating fairness, stimulating motivation, and enhancing effectiveness at the teachers' level.