Chaos on the Kabbadi field

So this friday we had buddies and our task was to teach them the chariot game and help them out throughout it all. I really like my buddy, he always talks about the shows he likes and has such a creative imagination. We bond over things like the ninja turtles, icarly, and also other things like that. We got to catch up with out buddies and what we did on spring break and my buddy did the same exact thing as me, watch tv and well play outside.
On our chariot we had my buddy and I, Ruth and her buddy, and also Gurkirat. We let the buddies take turns on being the charioteers, however I think both preferred to be the horse and steal pinnies away from the other chariots, for the start of the game I felt like i was being dragged along because they were so eager to steal pinnies. We used communications like "RUNNN" and also keeping the charioteer towards the fences of the field, I think that even though it was a fast paced game and that our team collected like 7 pinnies the whole game it was a bit hard for Ruth and I. It was hard because the buddies  sometimes didn't listen or we felt so over protective of our chariot when teams came at us we wanted to go to an open spot that our buddies didn't necessarily see but we couldn't exactly drag them along, so it resulted in our pinnies being taken. I think that towards the end of the game Ruth and I had put it aside and just let our buddies do all the directing, it was still a good time.
Walking back I had asked my buddy what things we could do to keep the pinnies and take more and he suggested things like running the full circle so we can take all pinnies as we pass by.
This game helped me learn that it is sometimes difficult to control things, and that we shouldn't control things all the time, things take patience. I also think that the buddies and our class have learned teamwork, and also moving at other peoples paces rather than moving at your own speed.

Chariots

So I know I forgot to blog about it, but I am doing it now. So when John had introduced the game, it seemed like it was going to be difficult, and confusing how ever very action packed. We did the warm ups and tested the team work aspect, on my chariot was Grace, Maddie, and Monish and also Avani joined later on. Throughout the warm up we had tried to stay synchronized and it was difficult at first but later on got better.

So the first trial began and we used the strategy which was keep the charioteer who had the pinnies against the wall, and when teams came closer we would sprint to the the other side of the gym. We didn't come up with a good strategy to pull pinnies we just wanted to stay in the game for as long as we could. Successfully the first round we got 2 pinnies and I think only had to ever change charioteers once. So far our strategy was working. We sat down and made a more defined set of rules for this trial of the game like no passing the rope, and no savagely jumping and attacking one another, with this we found it was a more controlled environment and we stayed in the game longer, but also took more pinnies, the game had started working more efficiently. For the third time around two members of the chariots went blind folded, (Maddie and I) instead of running we walked, but this time you really have to focus on team work. I think our team did really well because we still were able to protect the charioteer but also turn and move using words like left, right, spring forward, turn clockwise etc.
I really liked this game, and I think John did a great job of incorporating teamwork skills but also finding a fun way to still let us be as hectic as we usually are.

Sprranng Breakk

For the first week of spring break I have been completely unmotivated to do anything what so ever. With some bad news that came in about my grandpas passing and the known fact that i would have a whole two weeks without as many responsibilities as I would usually have it made for well a rather lazy unproductive first week. In the. back of my mind I wanted to go out and get fresh air and go for a run, but it was so hard to get out of my comfortable bed that i left for like 6-7 hours on school days, I would literally stay up til the early morning and then sleep til 1:30pm. I was basically like this the whole time

I realized with the second week closing in   that i needed to be more productive, since it was just my siblings and I for the rest of the break. I did homework so i didn't stress on Sunday night especially with a concert i had that day. I started getting up earlier, and taking on more of my responsibilities. However with my exercise and healthy choices it improved too; When the sibs and I went grocery shopping i made a more health conscious choice to what i picked to buy because considering all the bad foods I ate in the past week I needed it. I started drinking more tea, and eating oatmeal especially with the cold rainy weather. ( I actually like oatmeal) So eating got better and it wasn't too bad, for exercising On Monday I woke up for a run, and ran down 152nd, near the y, up 150th and back to my house. Tuesday afternoon I hit up our yoga/dance room to work on Choreography for dance and also do our usual dance routine we do during practice because we didn't get a chance to practice as a team during the break. I also did small workouts focusing on strengthening the back, and core one day, the next focused on legs and arms the alternating day. Was not motivated to do anything but convinced myself it would benefit me. I also was not motivated to take pics so here are very little ones whoops. 

On the bottom picture I just tied my shoes and went for a run, and then on the bottom right it was me working my legs with a bit of cardio.

 

also took a time lapse  of me doing the normal stretch to start off, and also a video at the end of one of my workouts and me being sweaty. gross.

 

workin wednesdays.

So A lot of thinks have changed since the end of last terms, like classes, course work, competition, and a new member to our PE Day 1 fam. 

we have recently had a student teacher help run the class, the past two classes I have been there he helped run class, and organized activities. We played lacrosse the first class, and thats when I learned that he was great at competing, and kept up to the "hyper" and sometimes intense energy of our class! I swear, I loved that class, and lacrosse is my calling. I have done a unit on lacrosse before and enjoyed it, playing it again made me just seriously go full out for that class with a few individuals like janel, kyle, and zauq! 

The next class was when he ran and we played long ball, I have also played this game, and even though there were some  kinks in the game, he made things clearer and was great at equally giving teams trials at the game until we got the hang of it. The last class was today,were we played a guessing/ strategy game, tied in with flag football! I think this class is great and the organization and creativity put into the game was great!! the game between band kids was intense and you can tell we were into the game because we went into double OT

practices for dance have been intense, especially because we have back to back competitions THIS friday and Saturday. We had practice today, so on top of running a lot during gym, we did a super long warmup. We stretched like we usually did, and afterwards we did circuits, so we did four reps, but mainly focused on core, and leg strength. But we were not done yet, we did four sets of sprints, for cardio, and then afterwards did suicides, but instead of sprinting both ways you sprint to the line and then jog back, this is to help us change from easing into moves then going full out, and also reserving energy during the competition. 

We got like 5 minutes to rest but while that happened we were playing around with a ball, and people kept trying to shoot it in the hoop. When kathleen had the ball i stole it, and then made a shot thinking i wasnt goin to make it because i haven't played in a long time, but it went in. #ballislife LOL 

we then worked on our performance and facials, and also learned a bit of new choreography for our new piece. 

Mid Term Reflection

how have you shown you are prepared and willing to participate in a variety of activities?  I come to class in full gym strip, and help set up and organize showing that I am really eager to participate with other people. 

On what days have you participated to your best effort and why?  I remember one certain day that we were playing atomic volleyball and our team was really hyped up. It was a close game and we were really into it all. I remember all of us diving for the volleyball and cheering on our team and the opposing team and it was great. I gave my best effort in this, but during fitness days I give my best effort because I know that it counts for me, and this is a step to furthering my health.

What days have been a struggle for you and why? This past week has been a struggle because I have felt really sick, and I hate when it happens because it keeps me from going full out on activities, or even participate. These days have also been super stressful with everything wrapping up and heading into a new gear of practically no sleep, and school. But through all i have tried to maintain a positive attitude.

How do you contribute to the overall success of the class? I contribute by helping set up and organize activities, just by stepping up when no one wants to and helping out. I also love encouraging people, because if everyone stopped to whine or slack off then the success of the class would not go well. Keeping myself in line is a big thing, because If i slacked off then people may think its ok to do it. 

 What kind of attitude do you bring and why? I come to class prepared, and ready to take on a challenge, and sure there are times when I absolutely do not want to do anything, but in the end I finish the day and class with an ultimately positive attitude. 

 How do you interact with other students in our class? Well as soon as I am changed we usually find a way to group together, and we talk about class, or gym and what we are going to do. So I try to make connections outside of p.e. I also love encouraging and helping other students during gym or fitness. From time to time I interact with other students through my blog and their blog, commenting and other stuff.

Describe your participation during fitness days - have you been able to push yourself physically?  This is definitely something that I have improved on. I always try, but lately with the positive and encouraging vibe from my peers I have been able to push myself, and get more comfortable with being uncomfortable. I have set the highest beep test for myself  this year, and taken more responsibility and self control to push myself past the mental state of "I NEED TO STOP" I have come to love fitness and breaking a sweat.

What types of fitness activities do you enjoy the most? I honestly dislike running activities, but I can't really do anything about it. That just prepares me to change my mind set from negative to a more positive one. I love activities that switch from cardio to something else like core or resistance. I also love activities like locomotion because those not only challenge you but sometimes allow you to stay in the comfort zone. 

 What fitness goals do you have for the rest of the year? Since I dislike running, I would like to get more comfortable with it, and be able to raise my cardiovascular endurance. I know that I am not comfortable with the idea of running or running itself, but I want to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. I would also like making a healthy life style more prominent in my everyday life.

What does "leadership" mean to you? Well this has been my second year in Mr. Neuf's class except this time we are the oldest and During PE this year, being the grade 10's. This is a huge time to part take in leadership and set an example to other kids, especially the young ones in our grade. The word leadership is to lead by example, and be humble and encouraging along the way. The word leadership doesn't imply cocky, and mean and "no you're doing it wrong" or putting yourself over other people, it's helping them and also yourself out. Leadership is showing people that a fun and productive environment, and helping others learn and improve.

Who are the best leaders in our class - why? I think our class in general has many leaders. I think a leader is someone who leads by example. In grade 10 I would say that leads by example Abhishek, especially during fitness because he encourages people to push like when he was running the hill run. I also think that Marcia is also a leader especially when it comes to positive attitude, and making connections over blogs and keeping herself up to date with blogs. I also think that Zauq is someone who leads by example because he is always very engaged in the games we play during p.e and keeps peers interested in the activity. In grade 9 I can see a lot of leaders already, all have great potential at being leaders some are just more quiet than others.  I see it from the main group of people always working, I know that the people who always help set up are Janelle, Shiraz, Avani, Ruth and Grace. There are also quite a few quiet girls who have potential too!

What improvements would you like to make in PE by the end of the year? I think I would like to improve on my blog quality, and my physical ability and what I am capable of. With the blog I need to comment more and post more, keep more in touch with the class. 

What are you the most proud of so far? I am really proud of my progress in fitness, and learning things about my ability to push myself, but also am proud that I can work on leadership and finding new ways to solve problems in the games and activities we play. The overall mental development that p.e makes me proud, like pushing myself past my old limits, and also solving problems and kinks in the game.

From the 4 pillars of participation, social responsibility and contribution, healthy living, and my blog: i think i have done well and done and about:

24% in participation, 
25% social responsibility and contribution, 
23% out of healthy living 
21% out  of blogs. 
So overall a 93 percent. 

The first picture on the left is of my last fitness testing results, and in the picture it shows how far I have pushed myself for everything. I think this reflects my participation well because it shows that I am willing to show up and push my past the normal.

The second photo to the left is a post about placing 1st in a dance competition, and I think this reflects my healthy living, I think this is because it shows that I don't just only do physical activity in gym but also out of it, and dance has changed my attitude toward fitness and healthy living this year!
The 3rd photo in the top row reflects the social responsibility if you read the post it is about running the class without a teacher! The first photo on the bottom row is the contribution to our class and i showed it by sowing comments on my peers blogs.

I took a walk

 literally writing this while walking so hopefully i don't get killed. My legs are a little sore, but i have to walk to school everyday so I accepted the fact that i can't do anything about it. so it's ok. I ony really wanted to write this because passion pits "take a walk" came on and i thought it was pretty ironic. Heres a picture of my current view. 

Triple threat

Today was the last fitness of the semester! Instead of doing fitness testing we did some training, which focused on minute intervals of core, cardio, and weight resistance. 

In my group of 3 it was Erika and Baldeep which they weren't in our class, but they are really fun and motivating girls. I think I made a good choice, because we not only motivated eachother but distracted eachother with a little singing when it got down to the last 15 seconds so it took my mind of "im gonna give up" and just put my mind on im gonna sing this and nonchalantly struggle with this corr excercise. During fitness I saw this grade 8 or 9 watching for what to do, and I took this opportunity to push myself and show her that fitness can be fun, and even though u get sorr just push through it! Near the end i can tell she was tired so i smiled and sang a part of a song with her just to keep her mind off of it. After all that tiring work we stretched it out and even though i was all sweaty it felt refreshing to work hard.  All in all i loved this sem of p.e and it was a great note to end off the fitness with. 

here is a picture we took right after we stopped the intense interval and sat down to stretch. We are sweaty and we may be smiling but we are close to tears because of our sore  bodies. 

As I sit here in bed with my legs aching, i know better sore than sorry (;