Movement Break Resource
A- Z Jump
Used to focus attention, and proprioception awareness. The task is completed by jumping from letter to letter sequentially. A simple video below shows the task slowed down. The user could be given the task as jumping between letters, either with one or both feet as well.
Hand over Hand
A simple activity which prcatices hand-eye coordination. The user matches their hand onto the hand on the wall. Hands are overlapped, which adds a degree of difficulty. Hands are placed at different heights to allow for physical movement.
Wall pushups
A physically demanding task that allows the user to put their body weight onto a hard surface (the wall). Simpler than a regular pushup, this allows the user to receive “hard” feedback as they push against the wall.
This project was developed for a client (Autism), and then modified for a second client (ADHD). Both versions are on stickers which allow easy sticking to wall/floor. A moderate amount of room is required, however can be adapated to room or space required.
The original client’s family were concerned about the cognitive load that the individual was experiencing, and the difficulty transitioning between tasks. They asked for a simple solution to ease the individual’s distress when moving between activities. This included moving between home tasks, such as dinner table to personal care. The idea behind their “Movement break”, was it was completed briefly between tasks, with a visual prompt at the end of the break to what the next task was. After two demonstrations they quickly learnt the routine of the “Movement break” and completed it independently. Included in their version (not pictured) also included a rotation task, balancing task and hopping task. These were particular strengths of the individual.
The modified version, was updated for the second client (ADHD). They were concerned that the individual was unable to tolerate high stress or activities for extended periods of time. They required a physical “Movement break” activity for the individual. Their modified version included some additional tasks (not pictures such as a hopscotch tasks, a focussing task (follow the line activity), and a crawling activity. The individual and their family found that the movement break was suitable to give them an adequate break, whilst promoting movement.
Pictures and Videos are examples of the Movement break, and the finished product was catered towards the individual’s needs, skills and strengths.