Lesson Plan
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.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
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
Lesson Plan
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.
Audience
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
Slide Deck
Mind Over Matter
What is Mental Health?
Understanding Stress & Anxiety
Interactive Role-Play Activity
Wrap-Up & Reflection
Activity
Quiz
Mind Over Matter Quiz
