The Power of Wellbeing

Biology | PSHE | Science | 11-16

Learning Objectives

  • Reflect on and learn ways to look after your wellbeing
  • Identify how other people can support  your wellbeing
  • Consider how you can support others wellbeing

Designed for use in KS3 form times and beyond, you can pick and mix from the 5 STEM and PSHE challenges below (or do them all!).

 

Lesson Description

What factors help recovery time? What is the right heart rate zone? What breathing techniques can reduce stress levels? Who is available to us when we need mental and physical support? How and when should we pay it forward?

How to use:
Play the videos on their own or use the PowerPoint, which is packed with information and insights to support discussions around meaningful wellbeing. Don’t forget to look at the PowerPoint notes to explore the topics in more detail.

 
Featuring Harry Jameson, a Personal Trainer and Wellbeing Expert, this masterclass looks at how we can keep healthier, from both physical and mental health standpoints.

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Harry Jameson's power of wellbeing masterclass 1.Form time resource Use this masterclass's PowerPoint to explore the topics and play the corresponding videos.
Harry Jameson masterclass mind and body 2.Mind and Body

Harry introduces his training philosophy and asks students to consider what the right ‘heart rate zone’ is. Students can then try one of his strategies for achieving this.
Harry Jameson power of wellbeing masterclass thumbnail 3.Mind and Body

Harry explains how breathing techniques can reduce stress levels. Students explore different techniques before trying box breathing and investigating the effect this has on heart rate.
Harry Jameson power of wellbeing masterclass icon 4.The Power of Networks

Harry believes it can be useful to visualise in one snapshot exactly who is available to us when we need mental and physical support. Guide students to map out their current networks before considering how they can be mentors to others.
Harry Jameson power of wellbeing masterclass thumbnail 5.Time For Action

Harry introduces the importance and benefits of giving to others and discusses the variety of ways that we can do this – through volunteering and community participation and ‘small things
that feel big.’ Students are encouraged to action how and when they will pay it forward.
Harry Jameson power of wellbeing masterclass thumbnail 6.Rest and Recovery

Harry outlines factors that help recovery time – including stretching. Students explore some simple, effective stretches before using a simple calculation to measure their current recovery times.
The Power of Wellbeing masterclass at a glance icon 7.Teaching overview Look at the 5 core topics this masterclass covers and pick and mix from the mini challenges.
The Power of Wellbeing masterclass log sheet icon 8.Student log If time allows, students can capture key take outs on this sheet.

Subject

Biology, PSHE, Science

Key Stage

11-16

Resource For

Students, Teachers

Type

Film, Teacher Presentation, Teachers' notes, Worksheets

Topic

Mental health, Nutrition
 
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