Promoting Physiological Development and Well-Being Through Fitness and Mindfulness Activities
Explore fitness routines and mindfulness practices that enhance physiological health, emotional regulation, and overall well-being for students, including strength training, cardio, flexibility, balance, and mindfulness skills.
LEARNING
OBJECTIVES
At the endof the lesson, the students are expected to:
• Identify different types of mindfulness activities and fitness
routines. (e.g., strength training, cardio, flexibility, balance)
• Discuss the importance of mindfulness activities and fitness
routines on physiological health and physical development.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to engage in
regular fitness and mindfulness activities to enhance personal
well-being and physiological development.
FACT OR BLUFF
1.Lifting weights or doing strength exercises helps you
build bigger and stronger muscles.
2. Cardio workouts like running or cycling are just for
losing weight and don’t really help your heart.
3. Practicing mindfulness, like meditation or deep
breathing, can make your mental health better.
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FACT OR BLUFF
4.Stretching and other flexibility exercises help your joints
move more easily.
5. Balance exercises are only important for older people to
prevent falls.
CALM DOWN ANDBREATHE
Processing Questions:
• What did you feel before, during, and after the
breathing exercise?
• How did breathing make you feel calm?
WHAT IS MINDFULNESS?
Mindfulnessis the ability to
be fully aware of what you
are doing, thinking, and
feeling in the present
moment—without judging
yourself.
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WHAT ARE THEMINDFULNESS SKILLS?
These are abilities that help us practice
mindfulness
1. Attention (Focus)
Staying focused on one thing
Example: Listening carefully to instructions
2. Awareness
Noticing your thoughts, feelings, and body
sensations
Example: “My heart is beating fast”
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WHAT ARE THEMINDFULNESS SKILLS?
3. Non-Judgment
Accepting thoughts without labeling
them as “good” or “bad”
Example: “I feel nervous—but that’s
okay”
4. Emotional Regulation
Managing emotions calmly
Example: Breathing slowly instead of
reacting immediately
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WHAT ARE THEMINDFULNESS SKILLS?
5. Presence
Being fully engaged in the
moment
Example: Enjoying your
workout instead of worrying
about homework
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WHAT IS MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
• Mindfulness practice means doing
activities that train your mind to stay
present, calm, and focused.
• Mindfulness and mindfulness skills can
be practiced any time, anywhere, while
doing anything. Intentionally paying
attention to the moment, without it or
holding on to it, is all that is needed.
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WHAT IS MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
Purpose:
Reduce stress
Improve focus
Improve emotional control
Enhance performance
(sports, academics, life)
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EXAMPLES OF MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
1. Breathing Exercise
Inhale for 4 seconds
Hold for 4 seconds
Exhale for 6 seconds
👉 Helps calm the mind
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EXAMPLES OF MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
2. Body Scan is paying
close attention to different
parts of your body—from
your head to your toes—to
notice how each part feels
and gently relax it.
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EXAMPLES OF MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
3. Mindful Observation is a
mindfulness activity where you
carefully observe an object
using your full attention. Instead
of just looking at it quickly, you
notice its small details without
judging or rushing.
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EXAMPLES OF MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
4. Mindful Movement
means moving your
body while paying
close attention to your
breathing, posture, and
every movement you
make.
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How to DoMindful Movement
1.Choose a simple activity such as:
1.Walking
2.Stretching
3.Light exercise
2.Breathe slowly and naturally.
3.Focus on how your body feels as you move:
1.How your feet touch the ground.
2.How your muscles stretch and relax.
3.How your arms and legs move.
4.If your mind starts to wander, gently bring your attention back
to your breathing and movements.
5.Continue moving slowly and with awareness.
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EXAMPLES OF MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
5. Visualization is a mindfulness
technique where you use your
imagination to create a peaceful mental
picture, such as a beach, forest,
mountains, or any place that makes you
feel calm and safe. By imagining this
relaxing scene, your mind and body can
feel more peaceful.
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EXAMPLES OF MINDFULNESSPRACTICE?
6. Contemplative prayer is a form of
mindfulness practice that combines focused
attention with spiritual reflection or
prayer. Instead of only calming the mind, it
helps a person deepen their relationship with
God or strengthen their spiritual life according
to their faith or tradition.
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ENHANCING PHYSIOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
ANDWELL-BEING
• Strength Training: Exercises that
improve muscle strength (e.g.,
lifting weights, resistance bands).
• Cardio: Activities that increase
heart rate and endurance (e.g.,
running, swimming).
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ENHANCING PHYSIOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
ANDWELL-BEING
• Flexibility: Exercises that
enhance the range of motion
(e.g., stretching, yoga).
• Balance: Activities that improve
stability and coordination (e.g.,
balance exercises, tai chi).
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IMPORTANCE OF AFITNESS COACH
IN STRENGTH TRAINING
A fitness coach plays a vital role in guiding individuals through
their strength training journey. Their responsibilities include:
• Ensuring proper form and technique to prevent injuries
• Designing structured workouts that match individual
fitness levels
• Providing motivation and accountability
• Educating on muscle function and recovery strategies
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Basic Level: Suitablefor beginners
focusing on foundational
movements, light resistance, and
learning proper form.
• Exercises: Bodyweight squats,
push-ups, dumbbell curls
STRENGTH TRAINING PROGRESSES
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Medium Level: Intermediatelevel
incorporating moderate resistance,
increased reps, and more complex
movement patterns.
• Exercises: Barbell squats, deadlifts,
weighted lunges
STRENGTH TRAINING PROGRESSES
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Advanced Level: High-intensityworkouts
with heavier weights, explosive
movements, and specialized techniques.
• Exercises: Olympic lifts, weighted pull-
ups, plyometric training
STRENGTH TRAINING PROGRESSES
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PROCESSING QUESTION:
• Howcan mindfulness activities improve your
workouts?
• How do different types of exercise—such as
strength training, cardio, stretching, and
balance exercises—help your body and
mind?
• Why is it important to practice both
mindfulness and regular exercise to live a
healthy and happy life?
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REMINDER!!!!
Being mindful andexercising regularly work
together to improve both your mind and
body. Exercise keeps you physically healthy,
while mindfulness helps you stay mentally and
emotionally healthy. Together, they help you
feel better, perform better, and enjoy life more.
Instructions:
1. Divide theclass into 5-6 groups.
2. Each group will be tasked with creating a 3–5-minute
routine.
3. The routine must include one fitness activity (e.g.,
balance, stretching, cardio, or strength).
4. The routine must include one mindfulness practice (e.g.,
breathing, body scan, visualization, or mindful reflection).
5. The group should explain how mindfulness enhances
the fitness activity.
6. Encourage creativity — they can add music, use simple
props (like chairs or mats), or design partner exercises.
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Criteria Excellent (5pts) Good (4 pts) Satisfactory (3 pts)
Needs
Improvement (2
pts)
Minimal (1 pt)
Creativity
Routine is highly
original, engaging, and
combines fitness +
mindfulness in a
unique way.
Routine shows
creativity and some
originality.
Routine is
somewhat creative
but relies on
common ideas.
Routine is basic,
with little
originality.
Routine is
incomplete or lacks
creativity.
Collaboration
All members actively
contribute; roles are
clear and balanced.
Most members
contribute; roles
are fairly balanced.
Some members
contribute; roles
uneven.
Few members
contribute;
teamwork weak.
Very little
collaboration;
routine mostly done
by one person.
Clarity of
Presentation
Routine is clear, well-
explained, easy to
follow, and confidently
presented.
Routine is mostly
clear; minor gaps in
explanation or
confidence.
Routine is
somewhat clear but
needs more
explanation.
Routine is unclear
or confusing.
Routine is very
unclear or not
presented properly.
Integration of
Mindfulness
Mindfulness practice is
clearly included and
strongly enhances the
fitness activity.
Mindfulness is
included and
connected to
fitness.
Mindfulness is
included but
weakly connected.
Mindfulness is
present but not
meaningful.
Mindfulness is
missing or
irrelevant.
#15 Have you ever been eating, but you’re scrolling on your phone… then suddenly your food is gone? That means you were NOT mindful!”
👉 Mindfulness =
Paying attention
Being present
Not overthinking the past or future
#16 1. Attention (Focus)
Meaning: Staying focused on one thing at a time.
Examples:
Listening carefully to your teacher's instructions.
Reading a book without checking your phone.
Situation: Your teacher is explaining today's lesson.
✅ Attention: You listen carefully, make eye contact, and take notes instead of talking to classmates.
2. 2. Awareness
Meaning: Noticing your thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and what is happening around you.
Situation: Before taking a quiz.
✅ Awareness: You notice, "I'm feeling nervous and my hands are a little sweaty," without judging yourself. Then, you take a few deep breaths to help yourself feel calmer.
Key Message for Students
Attention = Focusing on what you are doing right now.
Awareness = Noticing what is happening inside your mind and body, and around you.
#17 NON JUDGEMENT - "I'm feeling stressed right now, and that's normal.“
"I made a mistake, but mistakes help me learn."
"I didn't do as well as I hoped, but I can improve."
"I'm angry right now, but I don't have to act on that feeling."
"I feel disappointed, and it's okay to feel that way."
"I'm not perfect, and I don't need to be.“
Non-judgment means noticing your thoughts and feelings without criticizing yourself. Instead of saying, "This is bad," simply acknowledge what you're experiencing and respond with kindness and understanding.
Emotional Regulation - Taking slow, deep breaths before responding when you're angry. Counting to 10 before speaking when you're upset. Walking away for a few minutes to calm down before continuing an argument.
#18 Enjoying your workout instead of worrying about homework. Listening carefully to your teacher instead of thinking about your phone. Paying attention to each step while walking instead of rushing through it. Enjoying your meal by noticing its taste, smell, and texture instead of scrolling through social media
Which skill do you think you need to improve more? Why?
#24 Example
Imagine you are looking at your hand.
Instead of just saying, "It's my hand," you observe:
The lines on your palm.
Your fingerprints.
The shape of each finger.
The color of your skin.
Your fingernails.
The tiny hairs on your hand.
You may notice details you've never paid attention to before!
#26 MINDFUL MOVEMENTS MEANS YOU MOVE WITH AWARENESS
#27 VISUALIZATION - Example
Imagine you are feeling nervous before giving a class presentation.
You close your eyes and picture yourself sitting on a quiet beach.
You hear the gentle sound of the waves.
You feel the warm sun on your skin.
You smell the fresh ocean air.
You notice yourself becoming calmer with each deep breath.
After a few minutes, you feel more relaxed and ready to present.
#34 WHY WE NEED TO KNOW THE PROGRESSES IN STRENGTH TRAINING ?
Because progress should be gradual and safe
👉 Proper form is more important than speed
#35 POSSIBLE ANSWERS EXPLAIN IT TO THE CLASS ALSO.
Mindfulness helps you focus on your body, breathing, and movements while exercising. It improves concentration, helps you perform exercises correctly, reduces stress, lowers the risk of injury, and makes your workout more enjoyable.
2. Together, these exercises improve physical health while also reducing stress, improving focus, boosting self-confidence, and supporting emotional well-being.
Practicing mindfulness and exercising regularly helps keep both the mind and body healthy. Exercise makes the body stronger and more energetic, while mindfulness helps manage stress, improve focus, and regulate emotions. Together, they promote better physical health, mental well-being, and overall happiness, making it easier to handle daily challenges and enjoy life.
#36 Importance of Being Mindful and Doing Fitness Activities Together
#39 Proper form when exercising to prevent injuries/ because
Some are not doing the breathing exercise properly- you are not taking it seriously