Let’s go!
Let’s go!
Let’s go!
Get ideas on how to get your body moving!
You can improve your movement and activity
- in everyday life
- in your free time
- or you can really go for it and exercise more
Ideas for movement from A to Z
You think there’s just no time in your life for more exercise? You’re wrong, we promise!
Just click on the start button and let yourself be inspired by the possibilities.
In everyday life
In your free time
Exercise
Playing sports together with others is even more fun!
If you feel like trying out a sport in a club, ask a friend who already does it.
Many sports clubs are also active at schools. Just ask around!
Otherwise, you can look up local sports clubs under the “Sports and Culture” section of your city’s website.
In most clubs you can first do a “trial” before you sign up. It is best to discuss this with your parents.
A special for “sloths” who also want to sweat!
Overcome your laziness and make a plan!
Start with small goals and build them up slowly – that way you won’t be completely worn out after the first exercise session and you can watch yourself become more and more fit.
Maybe physical activity – or even exercise – will become a habit for you.
You don’t want to change anything? What’s your excuse?
I hate everything that has to do with physical activity and exercise!
Hate is a harsh word – perhaps you don’t like the feeling you get when doing physical activity or exercise.
This is how exercise can be fun:
- Activities with friends or family (or your pet)
- Combine the activity with something you like (e.g., listening to an audiobook or your favourite music while briskly walking)
- Choose activities that suit you
- Swap out activities you find boring
- Become more active in your daily life (e.g., taking the stairs)
- Start with a small goal to get more exercise and then gradually build on it. Small, achievable goals for each day will give you a sense of accomplishment and help you make physical activity a habit.
I get enough exercise!
Awesome! Only 16% of people do, and you’re one of them!
Keep at it! But be sure you don’t count crossing your fingers or raising your hand in class as part of your daily exercise routine.
I'm too busy to move or even exercise!
No, you’re not! People spend their time doing what they find important. Getting enough exercise is a choice you make!
I move enough when I go from classroom to classroom!
No, that’s not enough exercise! Or are you one of those very special students who goes to school in two cities at the same time?
I can't do sports because I always have a headache!
Exercising when you don’t feel well is challenging – but not impossible!
Exercise is actually good for tension-type headaches. Avoid high-stress activities if you have a headache, but the distraction of brisk walking and the endorphins released can reduce the headache.
If you have a migraine attack, however, we will accept this “excuse”. It makes no sense at all to exercise during a migraine. But the day after the migraine attack you can start again.
Have you figured out which activity type you are?
Plus, you can do even more for yourself. Find out how you can sleep better or relax more:
Chill out!
Continue here. Learn more about what stress and relaxation can do for your body.
How about you?
Go back here. Haven’t figured out yet if you’re moving enough and what activity type you are? Then calculate your movement score!