Physical Literacy Cool Down Library
Each session ends with a cool down, which include a series of stretches and breathing exercises to bring heart rates down and prepare students for the remainder of their day.
Cool Down #1
This is a walking cool down. While walking around the outside of the gym or marching in place, complete the following stretches and breathing routine.
Hold each stretch for 10 seconds, to help count breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 2 seconds and exhale for 4 seconds. Repeat each stretch twice on each side
Shoulder Stretch - Arm Across Body
Triceps Stretch - Bent Arm Behind Head
Neck Stretch - Ear to Shoulder
Shoulder Stretch - Interlocked Fingers Above Head
Hamstring Stretch - Step Forward
Hip Stretch - Side Lunge
Cool Down #2
This cool down involves stretching in place. Students should find a comfortable spot where they have enough room to stretch from head to toe.
Hold each stretch for 10 seconds, to help count breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 2 seconds and exhale for 4 seconds. Repeat each stretch twice on each side.
Neck Stretch - Ear to Shoulder
Shoulder Stretch - Arm Across Body
Back Stretch - Cat > Cow
Kneeling Lunge
Butterfly Stretch
Calf Stretch - Downward Dog
Cool Down #3
This cool down offers a chance to lay down after a tough workout, with students taking some deep breaths and stretching tired muscles.
Hold each stretch for 10 seconds, to help count breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 2 seconds and exhale for 4 seconds. Repeat each stretch twice on each side.
Lying Double Knee Hug
Lying Single Leg Hamstring Stretch
Half Wiper Hold
Lying Glute Stretch
Seated Body Twist
Lying ab/hip Flexor Stretch