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Mind Over Muscle Lesson Plan

Introduce the importance of mental well-being for athletes and equip 7th graders with practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety in sports.

This lesson will help young athletes understand how mental health impacts performance and overall well-being, providing them with the tools to balance their physical and emotional strengths.

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Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Context Setting

5 minutes

Step 2

Discussion on Stress and Anxiety

10 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Role-Play Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

5 minutes

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Mind Over Matter Lesson Plan

Introduce 7th graders to mental health concepts in sports and provide practical strategies to manage stress effectively.

This lesson emphasizes the importance of mental well-being for athletic performance and overall life balance, helping students build resilience and healthy habits.

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Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Context Setting

5 minutes

Step 2

Group Discussion on Stress and Anxiety

10 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Role-Play Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

5 minutes

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Mind Over Matter

Introduce the session and set a positive, welcoming tone. Explain that today's lesson will focus on the importance of mental health in sports and everyday life.

What is Mental Health?

Discuss what mental health means and why it is important especially for athletes. Encourage students to think about how mental strength can influence performance.

Understanding Stress & Anxiety

Lead a discussion on stress and anxiety. Ask students for examples of stressors they face in sports and daily life, and note the connection between mental well-being and athletic performance.

Interactive Role-Play Activity

Explain and facilitate role-play scenarios. Have students practice deep breathing and positive self-talk in groups. This active participation will help them internalize the techniques.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Recap the key points of the session. Invite students to share what they learned and which strategy they found most useful. Emphasize the continuous journey of balancing mental and physical training.

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