Across
- 4. This activity helped me get my heart rate up before my run. I liked this skill because it helped me get agility for running. To do this skill you slowly run backward.
- 8. - I enjoyed this skill because it helped my core get stronger. This exercise is performed by laying down with your legs bent and you glide your fingers across the floor as you sit up.
- 9. Knees- This skill was very effective in my running practice because it helped me get warmed up for my training. I liked this skill because it was also helpful to cool down. To do this skill you run in place but kick your knees up as high as possible.
- 10. - This activity helped me with the flexibility in my muscles. I disliked this skill because I have low flexibility so it is not very comfortable. To do this stretch you put one foot flat on a board and try to touch your toes, then you repeat on the other side.
- 11. - This exercise was very helpful for me because it built up my leg muscles. I liked this skill because I could use it as a warm-up before I ran. To do this skill you step in all directions while bending your knees.
- 12. - This skill was helpful for me because it made the flexibility in my legs and upper body better. I liked this stretch because it prepared me for dance. To do this stretch you sit on the floor with your legs spread out and stretch on one side and then the other.
- 13. - This exercise helped my upper body strength get better. I did not enjoy this skill because it was very challenging for me. You start in a plank position and you bend your elbows as you bend to the floor.
Down
- 1. This skill was effective for me because it stretched out my neck and back. I liked this skill because it was very relaxing. To do this skill you start on all fours and shift your stomach towards your thighs.
- 2. - This skill helped me build up core strength. I enjoyed this exercise because there are many different kinds of planks that you can do. You get down on your hands (or forearms) and feet to do this skill. You usually hold it for 30 seconds.
- 3. - This activity was helpful for me because I used it for my cool down after a run. I liked this skill because I could do it for long periods of time. To do this activity you step forward and hop on that foot, then you repeat on the other side.
- 5. Circles- This skill was helpful to me by making my mobility in my arms better. I liked this skill because it helped me fix my posture. To do this skill you rotate your arms in both directions in a circular motion.
- 6. - This exercise was very effective for me because I could use it for warm-up and cool-down with my workouts. I enjoyed this activity because it increased my heart rate for my other exercises. To do this exercise, you jump out and make a star shape with your arms and legs.
- 7. I liked this skill because it gets your heart rate up and it was easier than the other skills. You start in a plank position and you run in place.
- 8. - This activity was very helpful to me and was very fun because it made my hamstrings and quads stronger. To do this exercise you pretend like you are sitting in a chair and then stand back up.
- 14. This skill helped me strengthen my lower body. I enjoyed this skill because it was fun while also getting my heart rate up. To do this skill you bring one foot down, slide on the other foot, and repeat.