Launch: Physical difficulties: Endurance activities

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Launch: Physical difficulties: Endurance activities [∞]

Acton Academy Launch: "Building Resilience in Endurance Activities"

Objective

Encourage learners to reflect on the mental and physical aspects of endurance while exploring strategies to persist through challenging situations.

1. Media (2-3 minutes)

Video Recommendation:

"What Happens to Your Body During a Marathon?"

  • Length: ~3 minutes
  • Platform: YouTube (or similar platforms).
  • Content: This short video explains the physical and mental challenges of endurance activities like running a marathon, emphasizing the importance of pacing, hydration, and mental focus.

2. Activity (5-7 minutes)

Quick Endurance Challenge:

  • Set up a simple endurance activity (e.g., a wall sit, plank hold, or balancing on one foot).
  • Challenge learners to hold the position for 1-2 minutes. Encourage them to notice their thoughts and physical sensations as they persevere.
  • Debrief: Discuss what made it hard to keep going and what strategies helped them push through.

3. A/B Socratic Questions (5-6 minutes)

  • Question 1 (Mindset):
    • A: "Is endurance more about physical strength?"
    • B: "Or is it about mental focus and determination?"
    • Follow-up: "How does your mindset influence your ability to keep going?"
  • Question 2 (Strategies):
    • A: "When facing an endurance challenge, is it better to push as hard as you can from the start?"
    • B: "Or is it more effective to pace yourself?"
    • Follow-up: "How can pacing yourself apply to other areas of life beyond physical activities?"
  • Question 3 (Support):
    • A: "Do you think endurance is something you achieve alone?"
    • B: "Or does having a support system make a big difference?"
    • Follow-up: "What role do others play in helping us persevere through difficult tasks?"

Closing Thought (1-2 minutes)

"Endurance is not just about physical stamina—it’s about having the right mindset, pacing yourself, and relying on strategies to keep moving forward. Whether it's a long run or a big project, the skills we use in endurance activities can help us tackle challenges in all areas of life."

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