Keep moving ...
From the bed to the desk and back? How and where to get in more steps. From intense workouts to something more relaxing, physical activities are also possible in times of Corona. We have some suggestions for you here:
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The University Sport is flexible by nature! You can find all information and offers here. de
On InstagramExternal link (@unisport_jena) a weekly schedule of diverse physical activities in live sessions with different trainers awaits you—be sure to check it out!
The ‘Digital Active Break’ project team, together with Student Health Management, has developed creative and effective suggestions and offers for an bewegte PausengestaltungExternal link
Also check out the Health Management courses! hereExternal link
... ...on great running trails, beautiful hiking routes, by bike or while geocaching:
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Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)Running calms your mind and of course increases your physical fitness - stress relief included. There are many great running pathsExternal link in Jena, for example through the Kernberge, Paradiespark or hereExternal link .
Jena is also a paradise for beautiful walks and varied hikes. Where to go next? Discover new routes here. You can also find some inspiration on the komootExternal link platform.
The Botanical Garden de of the FSU Jena also invites you to idyllic and educational walks. On an area of 4.5 hectares, about 10,000 plant species can be admired in open-air and greenhouse facilities.
Cycling can do many things: get us from A to B, protect the environment, let us experience nature, challenge us physically or simply make us happy. On the following pages you will find route tips for small and large bicycle tours, for city and racing bikes, for family trips and much more:
- 20 tour ideas on komootExternal link
- Information from Jena Tourist-InformationExternal link
- Cycling tour planner ThuringiaExternal link
- Discover ThuringiaExternal link
A great combination of treasure hunting, exercise, fresh air and discovering new routes and places! For Jena, you can find a geocaching city tour hereExternal link . Of course, there are many other options on the platform, including the Jena ForestExternal link - so "forest bathing" is included.
...at the desk
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Image: Bastienne KargSitting at a desk for long periods of time is very strenuous for the body and mind.
You can find suggestions for short but effective moving breaks on the website of the "Digital Active Break" Projekts (DAB)External link.
Increased desk work and long periods of sitting in front of the computer?
The AOK PLUS has put together7 exercisesExternal link to help you strengthen your back.
What does your workplace at home actually look like? Couch, kitchen table or desk? You can find advice on how to create an ergonomic workspaceExternal link on the website of Occupational Health.
... together in a team!
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Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)The University Sports Centre (university sports offer of the University of Jena and USV Jena e.V.) organizes outdoor and team training with experiential learning content. Be it on land, on water or in the air—they offer experiences in every element. The trainings combine the three main factors adventure, community and nature. They are designed for groups who want to experience and grow together.
Working in a team trains interdisciplinary key competences. In addition to individual skills such as initiative, self-confidence, self-reflection, and body awareness, they also help to develop social skills. The ability to work in a team, cooperation, communication, responsibility and the ability to deal with conflicts are some of the key competences that are fostered through joint outdoor adventures.
On the team training Website of the Teamtraining de you can find special offers such as the ‘Kick Off’ for first-year students or ‘Ein starkes Team’ (A strong team). The project team can also cater to individual wishes and put together a special programme—because every person and every group is unique!