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The Relentless School Nurse: Embracing “Exercise Snacks” For a Healthier You!

Relentless School Nurse

When you hear “exercise snacks,” you might think of a protein bar or a piece of fruit. In 2023, consider incorporating these short bursts of activity into your daily routine to help achieve the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week.

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Can You Use CrossFit In Physical Education Classes?

Physical Education Update

For those of you not aware of CrossFit, it’s a strength and conditioning program that employs a mix of aerobic, gymnastics, body weight and Olympic lifting exercises. The program is flexible, however, and can be adapted to your existing equipment.

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Mindful Movement: Best Exercises to Elevate Your Mental Health

The Sporting

Mind-Body Connection: The 10 Best Exercises for a Happier, Healthier You Ways to improve the mind-body connection through exercise and help improve mental resilience and relieve anxiety. Studies show that exercise of around 45 minutes two to five days a week can significantly improve mental health and physical fitness.

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13 Winter-Themed Indoor Activity Ideas for PE!

Gopher PE

Frosty Fitness Dice Exercises: Keep the workout engaging by using Gopher’s TossUp Dice with different winter exercises on each side. Students roll the dice and perform the indicated exercise, adding an element of surprise and variety to their winter-themed fitness routine. Alternate legs to work both sides.

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The Benefits of Soccer on Corporal Health

Teen Health 101

By: Isabelle Nichol, Contributing Writer Edited by: Elias Azizi, Editor in Chief With the rise of technology usage, and the increase in online hobbies and activities, a large portion of adults and teens alike aren’t reaching their weekly quota of exercise. Many experts cite the claim that soccer is a combination of various types of exercises.

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Sports for Fitness: The 8 Best Sports for Improving Your Physical Fitness

The Sporting

Gym or sports, as long as you’re engaged, you will feel better for exercising - and your body will thank you for it. Sports provide an excellent cardiovascular workout and add an element of fun and competition to your fitness journey - and they are a great way to get some exercise back into your life.

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Stress Awareness Month

A Positive Approach To Teen Health

Be flexible with coping strategies. It increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and cardiac death. Engage in exercise, get social, and challenge the negative thinking. Work stress and burnout can contribute to a cardiovascular risk. Play, humor, art, music, relaxation, exercise, time in nature, and social interaction.