Fit India Week Day 1
Fit India Movement is a nation-wide movement initiated by our government to encourage people to remain healthy and fit by including physical activities and sports in their daily lives. The prime objective of this initiative is to bring about a behavioural change in school children from spending "Passive Screen Time" to "Active Field Time".
In an attempt to promote fitness among our children, Meerut Public School, Main Wing is observing Fit India Week from 14th to 19th Dec. 2020. On the first day, the Mpiets indulged in various aerobic exercises. Students showcased a very energetic and spirited performance and sent their videos and pics performing these exercises which helped in improving their stamina and toning their muscles. All the children thoroughly enjoyed this fun filled workout session.
Fit India Week Day 2
The Covid-19 pandemic has left all of us experiencing emotions, thoughts and situations we had never experienced before. It has made us think beyond conventional strategies to combat the unprecedented mental health challenge that many people suffer from. We, at MPS, Main Wing truly believe that a healthy mind is as vital as a healthy body. Hence, a presentation on "restrengthening the mind post-pandemic" for mental fitness was shared with the students by the School Counsellor, Ms. Debasmita Bannerjee. She emphasized on how to handle the situation constructively by being calm, being busy with hobbies and interests and connecting with others through telephone or digital means. The students participated in the activity with great enthusiasm and found the entire session quite fruitful.
Fit India Week Day 3
The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of changes in the daily lives of people around the world. However, there are things that can be done to maintain a healthy lifestyle in these difficult times. We all know that good nutrition is very important for one and all and maintaining a healthy diet is an important part of supporting a strong immune system.
We at MPS, Main Wing believe that food habits are formed early in life and difficult to change thereafter. Young people are agents of change and have the potential to influence entire families on what, when and how to eat. Hence a talk on "diet and nutrition during pandemic" was delivered to students where they were apprised about the importance of eating healthy. A poster making competition was also organised for the students on the theme "New India, Fit India". The aim is to tap the creative talent of students and enable them to inculcate healthy habits, starting young. The students displayed their creative flair by making beautiful drawings and paintings on the given topic. In totality, the event was a great success.
Fit India Week Day 4
An Online Quiz on Fitness and Wellness was conducted on the fourth day of the Fit India Week being celebrated at MPS, Main Wing. The Quiz was held amongst four teams comprising two members each. Questions on fitness, health, indigenous games and nutrition were asked from the participants. The overall objective of this quiz was to encourage children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. All the teams were well prepared and the Competition was tough. The students participated with great enthusiasm and surprised all with their in-depth knowledge. Priya and Vishakha from XI-E bagged the first position, while Millie and Arun from XI-A were place second. E- certificates were awarded to the winners for their commendable performance.
Fit India Week Day 5
The 5th day of Fit India Week was packed with various activities. With the mantra, "Fitness ka doz, aadha ghanta roz" students of MPS Main Wing displayed active participation in activities like Squats Challenge, Step-up Challenge, Spot Jogging, Rope Skipping and Ball Dribbling, etc. The zest and fervour portrayed by students show that they found all these activities quite entertaining. We hope that this initiative would inspire them to adopt a fit and healthy lifestyle.
Fit India Week Day 6
"Work out with your kids. They're not excuses, they're sponges. Lead by example"
The Management of Meerut Public School, Group reiterates the imperative need to inculcate healthy eating habits and adopting a healthy lifestyle in order to be energetic, mentally agile and alert. This will ensure overall health and fitness in the students. Day 6 of the Fit India Week was aimed to promote physical fitness and family enjoyment. It was dedicated to family fitness activities involving students and parents at home. Students along with their parents indulged themselves in various activities like aerobics, yoga, dance, Pilates, hip hop, family circuit, etc. They found the exercise regime quite enriching and shared their videos and photos performing these activities. We hope that children who participate in fitness activities with their parents continue to imbibe them into their adult life and perhaps pass on this tradition of family fitness to their communities and future generations as well.
The School Principal, Dr. Shikha Koak expressed her heartiest congratulations to all the teachers and students for their overwhelming response during the Fit India School Week that was celebrated from 14th to 19th December. The school was also awarded digital certificate from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for successfully conducting Fit India Week in School.
Fit India Week Culmination
The Fit India Week which was being celebrated at Meerut Public School, Main Wing culminated virtually on 21st Dec '20. The event was graced by the presence of Ms. Richa Sharma, Advisor MPS Group, Revered Principals of all the MPS branches, senior coordinators, activity coordinators, PE teachers and students of classes 11 and 12. Squadron Leader Ms. Tulika Rani (retd) was the eminent Chief Guest of the event. Ms Tulika is also a renowned mountaineer, writer, research scholar and motivational speaker. A video showcasing glimpses of the activities conducted during the week long event was shared with all the prominent members. The distinguished Chief Guest interacted with the students and shared with them her inspirational words. She stressed on pursuing their dreams with persistence, courage, grit and determination and possessing the ability to take criticism in their stride. The fitness activities conducted during the programme were thoroughly enjoyed by the students, refreshing them with some vibrant and positive energy.