Connecting Movement and Food Through Nutrition-Themed Cooldowns

Help students make meaningful connections between movement and nutrition using engaging, reflective cooldowns. In this active session, you’ll experience how short, purposeful movement routines can reinforce MyPlate messages and science-based nutrition guidance while supporting physical literacy. Rooted in the EPEC PLAY framework, these cooldowns are simple to implement and developmentally appropriate for K-5 learners. Participants will explore how movement, reflection, and alignment with SHAPE America national standards come together to support whole-child wellness through physical education. Whether you’re just beginning to integrate nutrition into your PE classroom or looking to enhance what you already do, this session offers ideas, inspiration, and a new lens for connecting health and movement.