This activity has been revised and was originally created by Charlotte Cushman and published in the Perkins Activity and Resource Guide (1st edition, 1992). The second edition is available for purchase.
Staying healthy is a lifelong goal. To that end, it’s important to encourage students to incorporate exercise into their daily routine. This activity works on health and fitness while helping students to develop leisure skills. As an added benefit, they will practice working cooperatively with a partner. Lessons include Adapted Physical Education, Recreation and Leisure, and Social Skills.
None required, although a stopwatch can be used in some of the activities
Set aside a specific time at least one or two days a week to be “exercise time.” Many exercises lend themselves extremely well to participation in small groups or with partners.
Students can be divided into teams to compete.
Hints: Check with the physical therapist to find out what restrictions each student may have, as well as to get suggestions for specific exercises that would be most beneficial to particular students.