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Cool Downs and Stretches
Subject: Physical Education
(This idea was contributed by Laura)
Age Range: 5 to 11

Get all the kids to run around...then shout FREEZE... choose a child to be 'it'. They must go around and collect another child as if they are a train (they do this while walking). Then when they have collected everyone, it's best to work on flexibility after your walk, when muscles are the most warm and pliable.

Do these stretches slowly – never to the point of discomfort. Hold each stretch for six to eight slow, deep breaths. Imagine releasing muscle tension with each exhale. Begin each stretch standing up, and feel free to rest one hand on something for balance if necessary.


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