Stress is a part of life, but students may have difficulty coping and feel overwhelmed, which can increase the risk for drug use. The article “Stressed Out?” helps explain how the body’s stress response system works, as well as the health consequences of ongoing (chronic) stress. Students will learn how their bodies respond to stress, and how they can manage under pressure.
Mindfulness is a way of paying attention to what is happening right now, by observing what’s going on inside (your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations) and outside (your interactions and surroundings) with curiosity, openness, and acceptance. This informational material is a 44-page resource packet filled with activities and visuals so students can better understand mindfulness. These exercises begin with checking in and mindful breathing, where you focus attention on the breath as it flows in and out of the body.
Examples: relaxation, deep breathing, aerobic exercise
Subject: Physical Education (9 - 12) Title: Tai Chi Belly Breathing URL: https://openphysed.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/H-05-03-TaiChi-Activities-01-BellyBreathing.pdf Description:
The objective of the activity is to practice proper breathing and to learn about the benefits of Tai Chi exercises.
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[PE] BK1 (9-12) 3 :
BK-1.3) Exhibit competency in one or more specialized skills in health-related fitness activities.
Examples: stretching, walking, jogging
APE accommodation suggestions: Shorten distance; remove time restraints; remove cadence.
[PE] BK1 (9-12) 8 :
BK-3.1) Explain the benefits of a physically active lifestyle as it relates to preparation for college and/or a career.
APE accommodation suggestions: Physical activity knowledge, engagement in physical activity, participation in fitness activity, fitness knowledge, assessment and program planning, nutrition, stress management- Refer to the IEP or special education teacher for academic and testing accommodations.
[PE] BK1 (9-12) 13 :
BK-3.6) Participate several times a week in a self-selected lifetime activity, dance, or fitness-related activity outside school hours.
[PE] BK1 (9-12) 15 :
BK-3.8) Identify components of a personal fitness plan.
Examples: strength exercises, stretching exercises, cardiovascular exercises, and nutritional balance
[PE] BK1 (9-12) 16 :
BK-3.9) Determine target heart rate and apply that information to a personal fitness plan.
[PE] BK1 (9-12) 17 :
BK-3.10) Research and design a comprehensive personal fitness program to enhance a healthy, active lifestyle to develop lifelong health habits based on the components of health.
This activity is designed for students to understand the importance of a healthy, active lifestyle. Worksheets that link to PowerPoints for students to complete and make notes are attached. Also attached is a homework sheet that can be used for the section which will test the students' knowledge and understanding of healthy active lifestyles.
This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.
Examples: relaxation, deep breathing, aerobic exercise
[HE] (7) 21 :
7.7.2) Demonstrate healthy practices and behaviors that will maintain or improve the health of self and others.
Examples: practicing proper use of prescription medications, good nutrition, proper rest, regular exercise; avoiding driver distractions
Subject: Physical Education (9 - 12), Health Education (7) Title: Brain Changing Benefits of Exercise URL: https://ed.ted.com/featured/X93aZK9s Description:
This TED-Ed learning activity guides students through the explanation of how exercise improves brain health and function.
What's the most transformative thing that you can do for your brain today? Exercise! says neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki. Get inspired to go to the gym as Suzuki discusses the science of how working out boosts your mood and memory -- and protects your brain against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
The activity includes a video, multiple choice and open-ended questions, additional resources to dig deeper, and a guided discussion.
This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.
This informational material provides information about relaxation and stress management. The article also includes a video with tips to relieve stress from your daily struggles.
This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.