Tag: body balance

  • Skill Builder No. 14: Sleep

    Skill Builder No. 14: Sleep

    Activity from Planner Sleep is the “night fuel” for your body and mind. During the day, we need a variety of fuels, but at night we need sleep. Most teens handle so many responsibilities that sleep gets shorter and less satisfying. Complete the sleep inventory in the attached PDF to see where you can make…

  • Skill Builder No. 13: Water is Essential

    Skill Builder No. 13: Water is Essential

    Activity from Planner Nearly 50% of students are dehydrated during the school day. Dehydration affects your thinking, energy, attention, and focus. It affects how you socialize, your mood, and your mental health. It also affects your physical health – dehydration makes your heart work harder, slows your pace, and reaction times. Use the chart to…

  • Skill Builder No. 12: Food is Fuel

    Skill Builder No. 12: Food is Fuel

    Activity from Planner It’s okay; you can still eat your usual foods. If you eat a candy bar, you’ll feel pretty good for about 20 minutes (yay! dopamine!), but 45 minutes later, you will feel the crash. Lean protein will give longer burning fuel. Pick a favorite snack and then add a “top up” –…