Fitness & Body Movement
Learning Objectives
- Practice simple stretches
- Understand the benefits of regular stretching
- Reflect on the muscle groups used during stretches
Designed for use in KS3 form times and beyond, you can pick and mix from the 5 desk stretches below (or do them all!).
Lesson Description
How to use:
Play the desk stretch video on its own or use the PowerPoint to explore the exercises in more detail (don’t forget to look at the notes section too). They’re a great way for students to develop stretching techniques and understand how simple exercises can improve our overall wellbeing.
Bonus workout
Once students may have mastered the stretches, can they complete a 5-minute workout using coaching techniques from the most successful rugby team of all time?
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