10 Active Tips!

Here, we offer some simple, active tips that teachers and educators can use for more movement and less sitting, both inside and outside the classroom.

Set an active timer every 30 minutes

Take a brain break every 30 minutes during theoretical lessons. Do 4-5 simple exercises together with the students, such as squats, the worm, yoga down-dog, and cobra.

Calf raises

Calf raises work wonders for students with tired legs and heads. 10-20 repetitions are sufficient. Hold the pose on your toes for a moment for a better effect, and feel free to let your arms follow along. It's especially convenient to use if the students are already standing and working.

Turn math into a gym class

Turn math into a gym class. Count the number of squats in one minute, add up the class's total number of push-ups, or measure how far students can jump without a running start. See more active math exercises Here.

Outdoor lesson

Plan for geography or biology lesson outdoors. It allows for free movement to and from, as well as during the lesson.

Whale

Allow students to take a five-minute break for simple physical exercises in the classroom if needed. movement corner.

Alternative working position

Provide an active workstation. With Height-adjustable tables Can the students alternate between standing and sitting. With a Mat or balance board Under your feet, it becomes extra comfortable and active for restless legs.

Active interaction

Let students move when they answer, for example, by letting them stand up instead of raising their hands, or walk to the board to write their answers.

Health education

Incorporate health knowledge into the schedule. Knowledge of diet, health, exercise, and the body's anatomy and physiology can be combined with many other subjects. Be inspired by our neighboring country, Finland, where Health education is mandatory.

Active algebra

Have the students run a lap around the schoolyard against the clock. Compare this to how long it takes to walk or hop around. Add, subtract, and multiply.

Quiet work environment

Put paws on the table legs and screen off with table screens so that you can allow natural movement without it being disturbed.