Based on each student's FitnessGram scores (tests for cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility), each student was put into a group to focus on one area that they could work to improve. Twice a week during the rotation, students will be taking part in a workout based on the group that they belong to. Below are some activities that you can do to help improve in your area. Try some of the other workouts as well!
During fitness, students will be directed to several YouTube videos. Most often, students use the Yoga with Adrienne channel, that has many videos for kids. I have included a video below that you can do at home!
The important factor here is consistency. Try to get out and move every day, whether you are going for a run, a bike ride, playing basketball, or jumping rope.
Below are some guidelines or exercises to help you improve your endurance!
-Set goals for yourself, and work to achieve them every time you workout
- To improve your mile or pacer, mix in shorter distances (1/2 miles) where you can try to run at a faster pace than your usual mile time (for instance, if your mile time was 10 minutes, try to see if you can start improving your 1/2 mile time (see if you can get your 1/2 mile time under 4:45)
-Perform HIIT workouts like we do in class. Try doing an activity at a high intensity for 30 seconds, and then do the same activity at a low intensity for 60 seconds. Our exercises in class are typically 12-13 minutes, but even doing a fraction of that will help you to improve!