8-28-2014: Strength training

Today began our first day of strength training and that includes teaching the students how to move their bodies in a way that is safe and efficient.  This year the 8th graders started out by teaching each other what they remember from last year's strength and warm ups (proper form in the squat, push up, sit up, jumping jack and various stretches).  The 7th graders were brought up to speed by the teachers.

In addition to strength training the students also did a short continuous run and participated in a movement activity called "Have you ever?..." 

Daily family workout:

Go for a hike, run or bike on some of the awesome local trails in our area.