2nd Grade Creating A Workout Lesson Plan (Physical Education)

Topic: Creating a Workout

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to create their own workout routines based on their personal fitness goals.

Materials

• Cardboard boxes
• Markers
• Scissors
• Poster board or cardstock
• String or yarn
• Calendar

Warm-up

• Have students stretch and do some light calisthenics to get their bodies moving and their blood flowing.
• Ask them to think about their fitness goals and what they want to achieve by working out.
• Introduce the concept of creating a workout routine and give an example of a simple workout.

Direct Instruction

• Explain that a workout is a planned series of physical activities and exercises that are done to improve fitness and health.
• Introduce the different categories of exercises, such as cardio, strength, and flexibility.
• Show students some examples of exercises in each category and explain the purpose of each.
• Emphasize the importance of warming up before the workout and cooling down and stretching after.

Guided Practice

• Divide the class into small groups and give each group a set of exercises from each category.
• Show the students how to properly perform each exercise and provide assistance as needed.
• Demonstrate the entire workout together as a class and have the students watch and mimic your movements.

Independent Practice

• Have the students choose three exercises from each category and organize them into a workout routine.
• Have the students complete their workout routines independently and record their results.
• Encourage the students to challenge themselves by trying to complete the routine faster or with more repetitions than the last time.

Closure

• Have the students share their completed workout routines with the class and discuss any challenges they faced and how they were able to overcome them.
• Review the importance of doing regular physical activity and the benefits of creating your own workout routines.

Assessment

• Observe the students during their independent practice and provide feedback on their ability to create a simple yet effective workout routine.
• Have the students complete a worksheet where they draw a picture of their completed workout routine and discuss the importance of regular physical activity.