Active 30:30 Tri
We are in danger of imploding as a society and letting down a whole generation of children. It is only adults that stop children moving. If children don’t move, inflammation increases and the chances of acute disease increases… starting with the hardening of the arteries which is speeding up the aging process in children as young as six years-old. We need to create a new norm for children where sitting is limited and movement is encouraged at school and at home to improve their quality of adult life and create healthy happy active learners. We know that children’s long-term involvement in physical activities that have variety, fun and different intensities is better for creating active habits and improving cognition and health. To create an active school culture we have to integrate movement into the school day and not just as a bolt-on physical activity. This will mean considering and ‘nudging’ children along this continuum from standing up (sitting less) and increasing their activity levels throughout the day (moving more). Active 30:30 Tri is a resource providing practical ways in which to plan 15, 10 and 5 minutes of physical activity of different intensities throughout the school day. Additional copies of the poster can also be downloaded from this page. If you would like a hard copy of this resource then please contact [email protected] and subject to availability we may be able to send one out to you.
Athlete Mentor - Liz Johnson - Resilience
A webinar with Liz Johnson Paralympic Champion Swimmer Covering - Habits & Heath, Concentration, Motivation & Hydration
Athlete Mentor - Rachel MacKenzie - Improving Wellbeing
A webinar with Rachel Mackenzie World Thai Boxing Champion. Covering - identifying habits and behaviours which support positive physical and mental health
Athlete Mentor - Rachel MacKenzie - Wellbeing for Primary
A webinar with Rachel Mackenzie World Thai Boxing Champion. Covering - learning to deal with stress, fear & worry. Ways to calm down & feel relaxed.
Athlete Mentor - Toby Garbett - The Importance of Being Active
A webinar with Toby Garbett, Olympian and two-time World Champion rower. Covering - the components of fitness, how to get fit and stay fit
Boys Mental Health
For the last 15 years, the Youth Sport Trust has been driving change in the area of gender inequalities with a much-needed focus on girls. Providing girls with equal access and opportunities to the life-changing benefits of PE and sport is crucial. However, have we left the issues of boys’ disaffection, wellbeing and achievement behind? That is the key question that Youth Sport Trust Lead Health & Wellbeing Schools and Head Teacher Ambassadors have been asking us.
Class of 2035
The Class of 2035 is a landmark policy and research report which explores the role that PE, sport and physical activity can and should play in young people’s education and development. Through detailed insights from young people and over a year of consulting with experts across sport, health and education, the report shines a light on challenges facing young people today and maps out the long-term trends which could emerge following huge disruption to young people’s lives during the pandemic.
Evidence Paper: The Impact of Covid-19 Restrictions on Children and Young People
This paper summarises key evidence relating to the impact of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) restrictions on children and young people. With an ever-changing landscape, and a narrow window for data capture, this document is a rapid review of information, condensing the latest quantitative evidence from a range of external sources.
Improving Wellbeing through PE
At the Youth Sport Trust we have always recognised the unique power of PE and sport to change lives for the better. Right now, there is no greater need than the wellbeing of our nation. At a time when young people are experiencing unprecedented rates of obesity and poor emotional wellbeing, and where interpersonal skills and social interaction are under pressure from new forms of communication, we are not making the most of a subject that is unparalleled in its potential to address the challenges of this generation
Pleckgate High School - Case Study
YST visited Pleckgate High School had achieved the silver Quality Mark through their membership.
Practitioner Development Programme -Building on Active 30:30 for positive physical health
Practitioner Development Programme -Building on Active 30:30 for positive physical health. A webinar with Neil McAvoy Deputy Head at Clavering Primary School, which talks about: How do we equip educators to create change in the school day? How do we connect with the home to maintain positive behaviours? Why is this important to children’s recovery and future health?
Practitioner Development Programme -Mental Health in sport is more than just moving
Practitioner Development Programme -This session looks at the evidence and practice linking movement and the brain, and how schools can take steps to ensure positive mental health support is an integral part of their health and wellbeing offer. Whilst being active is good for mood, anxiety and relieving stress; there are other ways in which schools can take care of children’s physical and mental health that add real value to your PESSPA offer. Hear from Chris Wright, Head of Health & Wellbeing at Youth Sport Trust, and Tracey Ward PE Practioner and strategic lead for health and wellbeing at Stanley Grove Academy in Manchester sharing insight, practice and top tips.