Physical Activity & Mental Wellness by

Target Audience

klswiger — 2025-03-31 02:57:16 UTC

This course is designed for:

Young adults and adults
Individuals interested in improving mental health through physical activity
Educators, fitness instructors, or wellness coaches who want to integrate movement-based strategies into their practice
No prior fitness or mental health education required, just a willingness to learn and move

klswiger — 2025-03-31 03:06:09 UTC

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Explain how physical activity impacts mental wellness
Identify at least three types of physical activity that help with emotional regulation
Create a personalized weekly movement plan to support their mental health goals
Reflect on how they feel—physically and emotionally—before and after engaging in movement
Participate in discussions with peers about how movement affects their overall well-being

klswiger — 2025-03-31 03:15:24 UTC

Short video lectures (3–5 minutes each):
Each video covers topics like how movement affects mood, the benefits of cardio and yoga, and tips for building a routine. They're short and to the point to help keep things engaging and easy to remember.

Interactive quizzes with instant feedback:
After each video, there’s a quick quiz to help reinforce the main takeaways. It’s a great way to check your understanding as you go.
Weekly reflective journals and peer discussion boards:
Each week, you'll respond to prompts like “How did movement affect your mood this week?” and join in on class discussions. It’s a chance to reflect and connect with others.

klswiger — 2025-03-31 03:27:54 UTC

Personalized movement plan (final project):
You’ll create a one-week physical activity plan that fits your lifestyle and goals. It’ll be graded based on how clearly it’s written, how well it ties into course content, and how thoughtful your reflection is.
Peer-reviewed reflection post:
You’ll write a short (200–300 word) reflection about what you’ve learned and how your perspective on movement and mental health has changed. Classmates will give you feedback based on a shared rubric.