The weather is warming up and the days are getting longer. While we pause from our normal school routines over the next month in an effort to stay safe and healthy, please make a daily effort to stay active and stay moving when possible. Whether you are heading out to the park, soccer field, neighborhood bike ride, walking the dog, or shooting hoops with the neighborhood kids it all counts and it all promotes healthy immune systems.
I encourage every student to participate in this 10-15 minute exercise routine every day prior to heading out to play. These exercise can be done in the comforts of your own home and/or outside on a nice spring day.
1. Scissor Kicks ( 3 sets of 20 reps)
2. Ski Jumpers (3 sets of 20 reps)
3. Jumping Jacks (3 sets of 20 reps)
4. Mountain Climbers (1 set of 30 reps)
5. ABC Shoulder Touches (A-Z)
6. Push Ups ( 3 sets of 5 – 20 reps)
7. Superman Holds ( 2 sets of 30 seconds)
8. Plank Holds ( 2 sets of 30 seconds)
9. Body Squats (3 sets of 10 reps)
10. Burpees ( 2 sets of 10 reps)
Remember to wear the proper clothing and shoes while exercising. Drink lots of water to stay hydrated and eat the colors of the plate for a healthy and balanced diet. What you put in is what you get out.
Defeat sedentary lifestyles with strong minds/bodies through a daily dose of physical activity, exercise, and game play!