Calm
Pleasantly free; peaceful and not disturbed
- This workout takes approximately 10 Minutes
- This workout is for students in Grades 4-5
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Workout guide
Workout guide
Steps
1. Stand in NaliniKIDS posture
2. Keep your arms by your sides and flip your palms up
3. Inhale and make a big circle with your arms, as you connect your palms above your head
4. Exhale as you turn your palms out and press your arms down, returning them by your sides
5. Pull your shoulders back and keep your head up, eyes focused forward
6. If you want, close your eyes as you continue the sequence, and remember to keep breathing!
Sequence
– 5 reps (focus on breath)
NOTE: Arms up/down = one rep
How does your body feel after completing the workout?
How does your mind feel after completing the workout?
What does Calm mean to you in this moment?
Choose from the additional reflection prompts below to customize this lesson and meet the needs of your students and your time constraints. Create a unique workout experience every time you return to this lesson!
Self-Connection
Past
Describe a time when you felt very calm.
Present
How can you calm yourself down when you feel upset?
Future
Describe a calm place that you would like to visit in the future.
Real-World Connection
Family
In your family, who makes you feel calm, and why?
Learning Environment
Describe a calm place in your learning environment.
Community
List some calming community activities.
Academic Connection
ELA
Describe a place where you like to write or draw calmly.
Social Studies
Think about geography. Can you describe a calming place where you have traveled or would like to travel?
STEM
Take your pulse immediately after entering the classroom. Next, complete the CALM workout and take your pulse immediately after completing it. How do your readings compare?
Fun Fact
Blue is the most calming color, and some even think that blue light can help people manage stress.