Athletics & Wellness Grade 1 45 min

Stretching Our Super Muscles: The Cool-Down Calm

This lesson teaches us how to do a 'cool-down' with gentle stretches after we play. It's important because it helps our hard-working muscles relax and feel great!

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What & Why

A cool-down is when we do slow, gentle movements after being very active, like after running or playing a game.Why do we do it? It helps our heart slow down safely, keeps our muscles from getting tight or sore, and makes our whole body feel calm and relaxed.
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Example 1 — The Tall Giraffe Stretch

Let's stretch up to the sky like a tall giraffe!Stand with your feet a little bit apart.Reach both arms straight up over your head. Try to touch the clouds!Hold the stretch as you slowly count to 10.Feel the stretch all along your sides and in your arms.
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Example 2 — The Sleepy Cat Stretch

Pretend you are a sleepy cat waking up from a nap.Get on your hands and knees.Gently round your back up towards the ceiling, tucking your chin. Meow!Hold for a moment.Slowly lower your back to a flat position.

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Sample Practice Questions

Beginner
What is a 'cool-down'?
A.Running as fast as you can
B.Slow, gentle stretches after playing
C.Taking a nap
D.Drinking cold water
Beginner
After a fun game of soccer, your heart is beating fast. What is the BEST thing to do first?
A.Go play on the swings right away
B.Sit down and do nothing
C.Do some slow cool-down stretches
D.Eat a big snack
Beginner
When is the best time to do your cool-down stretches?
A.Right after you run and play
B.Before you start playing
C.In the middle of the game
D.Right before you go to bed

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This lesson teaches us how to do a 'cool-down' with gentle stretches after we play. It's important because it helps our hard-working muscles relax and feel great!

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