13 Fifteen Minute Programs
Grade(s): K-3
Curriculum: Physical education

Focus On Fitness is a primary grade physical education series designed for classroom utilization and/or individual participation. The programs are directed to young children as an introduction to various methods of physical exercise. The emphasis is to use basic body movements is a slow, quiet, controlled way. at the same time the body is exercising, the mind can pay attention to how muscles are feeling. The students do all exercises in one place, either sitting or standing and will find that this restriction is not a hindrance to physical exercise, but a pleasant feeling of privacy and peacefulness in having their own space.

General Objectives
of the series are to point out:

1. the importance of exercising the body,
2. how the mind and body work together for relaxation and flexibility,
3. the differences and similarities of most exercise programs and activities,
4. that prominent sports figures, friends, family - people of all ages and abilities, can enjoy and benefit from exercise and relaxation.

Program Titles:

1. Another Way To Exercise - Introduction
2. Heart and Lungs
3. Bones and Joints
4. Muscles
5. Your Mind
6. Exercises That Look Like Animals
7. Exercising While Seated
8. Exercising With Your Family
9. Exercising With Athletes
10. Movement
11. Exercising
12. Exercising
13. Exercising With Music With A Partner While Lying Down