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Did you know that movement and exercise influence your moods (and vice versa)?
Did you know that movement and exercise influence your moods (and vice versa)?
Research tells us that moving your body is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your mind! Being inactive for long periods of time can sometimes contribute to feeling sluggish, tired, unmotivated, depressed, and even hopeless.
If you're feeling this way, sometimes the answer is to GET UP AND MOVE!
Things you can do during class
Things you can do during class
Students who move while they learn do better in school!
Stand up while you work
Stand up while you work
Standing engages your back and core, and keeps blood circulating.
Set a reminder to move
Set a reminder to move
Stand up or walk around every 45 minutes if it's possible to do so without distracting the class.
Many students will talk with their teachers about being able to stand in the back of a classroom as needed.
Check your posture!
Check your posture!
Sit with your neck and back in line, shoulders relaxed, and feet on the floor. Check in on your posture a couple times per class period.
90 second stretch
90 second stretch
If you can't stand, stretch in your seat!
Things you can do in 5 minutes or less
Things you can do in 5 minutes or less
Quick workout
Quick workout
Boost your energy with a short, easy workout.
Seated stretch
Seated stretch
Release tension in your neck, shoulders, and upper back.
Dance break!
Dance break!
Turn up your favorite song for a 2-5 minute dance break!
Just Dance
Just Dance
Play Just Dance for free at home through the power of YouTube!
Quick cardio
Quick cardio
Set a timer for 3 minutes - How many times you can run up and down a flight of stairs before the timer goes off? Try to beat your record!
*Be careful not to disturb others around you!*
Things you can do in 5-10 minutes
Things you can do in 5-10 minutes
Go for a walk
Go for a walk
Use timers to help you keep track of time. Learn routes for 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, or longer walks.
Go by yourself, or take a family member with and use that time to connect!
Relaxing stretch
Relaxing stretch
Slow down and stretch.
Walking Meditation
Walking Meditation
Take this meditation video with you on a 10 minute solo walk outside.
Things you can do for 15 minutes or longer
Things you can do for 15 minutes or longer
Yoga
Yoga
Slow down and stretch. Great for anxiety and stress relief
Daily stretch
Daily stretch
Slow down and stretch
20 minute workout
20 minute workout
No equipment needed beginner's work out
More free resources for staying active:
More free resources for staying active:
Use this calendar and tips sheet to train to be able to run a virtual 5k race!
Check out the APEX Center's wide variety of at home and in person activities, classes, and events for all ages!
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