Girls & Moms on the Move™

Group Leader Training

+Objectives

1. Understand physical activity guidelines for girls and women

2. Be able to identify group facilitation techniques and tips

3. Know training safety tips4. Understand the importance of

following the curriculum and using credible health information

5. Be aware of important safety measures

After completion of this training, group leaders will:

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About Girls and Moms on the Move™ (GMOTM™)

+Heart Disease and Obesity Heart disease is the number one killer of

women

1/3 of children and adolescents are overweight or obese

2/3 of U.S. adults are overweight or obese

Obesity and overweight are risk factors for heart disease

Girls’ participation in activity drops dramatically after the age of 9

+Goals of GMOTM™

Empower and support participants to live healthier lives and prevent heart disease

Provide participants with knowledge and tools needed to eat healthy and be physically active

Train participants to complete a 5k walk/run

+How GMOTM™ works

Six week program designed to help participants train for a 5k

Weekly Educational Session Consists of:

30-60 minute lesson and discussion Healthy snack Weekly goal setting Run/Walk training session

GMOTM™ Group Leader Guide

+Using the Educational Videos

Six short educational videos will be provided with the curriculum and correspond with each week’s topic

To watch these videos: Play via the internet on the GMOTM™ website

Or Play on a TV or computer using the DVD

+Your Role as a GMOTM™ Leader

Teacher Lead short educational lesson

and discussion

Coach Lead walking/running session

Motivator Encourage group to practice

healthy lifestyle

Role Model Demonstrate a healthy lifestyle

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Group Facilitation

+Setting Ground Rules

Have group sit in a circle Allows everyone to see each other and

participate

Everybody should have an equal chance to speak No one should talk over or interrupt

another

Avoid side conversations Ask participants to be courteous and

attentive when someone else is speaking

Ask participants to turn off or silence their cell phones

+Tips to Encourage Discussion

Start with smaller groups Talk within pairs first and

then share with group

Round Robin Go around the room and give

everyone a chance to share

Encourage them to share a personal story

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Coaching Girls and Moms for Walking/Running

+Physical Activity Guidelines

60 minutes or more each day

Aerobic activity should make up most of daily exercise

Muscle and bone strengthening is recommended at least 3 days a week

For Children

For Children:

+Physical Activity Guidelines

For Adults

Moderate exercise for 150 minutes or more each week

Or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity

Muscle strengthening activities at least 2 or more days a week

+Equipment and Gear Workout clothes

Should be comfortable and weather appropriate

Socks Made from a synthetic

blend, which will keep feet dry

Shoes Should provide padding

for the repetitive impact of running/walking

Sports Bras Regular bras are not

supportive enough for physical activity

Waterproof Sunscreen For best protection use at

least SPF 15

Hat or visor

Sunglasses

+Injury Prevention

When training for a 5k walk/run, injuries are possible

Remind group to always be careful and aware of their surroundings during training

Important first aid supplies you should always have: Bandages Anti-bacterial ointment Bug spray Icepack Tissues Cell phone (in case of emergency)

+Common Walking/Running Injuries

Side Aches

Prevention Breathe deeply Drink fluids in small

amounts during exercise Avoid eating a large meal

Treatment Push on painful area when

you breath out Breathe through pursed

lips Slow your pace to a walk

Blisters

Prevention Always wear socks Make sure shoes fit

correctly Keep feet dry Anti-chafing cream such as

Petroleum Jelly or BodyGlide

Treatment Keep feet clean and dry Cover with a bandage

+Stretching Exercises

Stretching is an important way to prevent injury and should be a part of your training routine

Stretching is not needed before walking or running

Stretching should always be done when muscles are warm

The following are examples of stretches to do after walking/running

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Calf StretchHold for 20 seconds

Repeat 3-5 times for each leg

Standing quadriceps stretchHold for 20-30 seconds

Repeat 2-3 times for each leg

Source: http://www.girlshealth.gov/fitness/exercise/stretching.cfm

+Training Safety

On walk/runs, girls must be with an adult at all times

Keep in mind that group members will have different levels of fitness Encourage mom/girl pairs to

partner with other pairs at similar fitness levels to walk or run together

Always go over route with group before you begin walk/run

+Planning Your Route

Plan your route in advance each week

Choose the safest route possible

1. Trails/walking paths are preferred if available

2. Roads with sidewalks

3. Lower traffic roads

+Trail Etiquette

On the street: run against traffic so you can see cars coming

On a path/trail: walk or run on the right side of the lane Do not run more than two

side by side – the goal is to share the trail

Passing: warn people when you are passing by saying “on your left.”

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Dress in layers First layer: thin and a propylene material that draws

sweat from the body Second layer: should provide insulation – try fleece Third (outer) layer: waterproof and breathable

Wear a scarf, bandana, or face mask

Wear a hat or headband to avoid losing heat through your head

Drink fluids It’s still possible to get hydrated during the winter

Exercising in the Cold

+Exercising in the Heat

Keep a slow pace

Wear light colored, loose fitting, light weight clothes. Sunglasses and a hat will protect eyes and face

Wear sunscreen

Avoid exercising during the hottest time of day (10 A.M. – 4 P.M.)

When too hot, find a place inside to walk (mall, indoor track, etc.)

+ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

If a group member becomes unconscious and stops breathing, providing CPR could prevent serious damage or even death

Giving CPR helps keep oxygenated blood flowing through the body, which will help stop irreversible damage to the brain and other vital organs

+CPR - Steps

1. Call 911

2. Chest Compressions• Push down 2 inches in the center

of the chest, at a rate of at least 100 pumps/minute

3. Rescue breaths• Tilt chin to open airway and give 2,

1 second breaths• Only complete this step if you

have been certified in CPR

Source: http://depts.washington.edu/learncpr/

+Food and Fluids

Remind groups to bring water to each session to stay hydrated, and to drink water throughout the day so that they start out hydrated

Remind participants not to eat right before the session. If they are hungry, they should have a light snack one hour before or a light meal two hours before each session

+Snack and Meal Suggestions

Peanut butter

Fresh fruit

Granola barCheese

Yogurt

Vegetables and dip

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Teaching About Health and Nutrition

+Following the Curriculum

To reach the goals of GMOTM™ and participants, its important leaders follow the curriculum

Weekly sessions are intended to help participants adopt healthier behaviors

When going through activities, try to use real life examples and situations to help them understand the context of this new information

+Credible Information

Much of the health information we come across can be misleading, confusing, or wrong

Group members may ask questions about particular diets, supplements, or other nutritional/physical activity topics

+Credible Information

The GMOTM™ curriculum was created by health education and nutrition experts

Unless you are a licensed healthcare provider, do not give medical or nutritional advice to group members If a group member asks a question regarding their health, explain

that you are not a licensed health professional and remind them the best source of information is their doctor

+Discussing Sensitive Topics

Keep in mind that nutrition and weight can be very personal

Explain that challenges (time, motivation, etc.) may arise when adopting healthier behaviors Discuss with group ways to overcome these

barriers

Remind them you are there to provide support and encouragement

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Keeping Our Kids Safe

+Background Checks

Our kids have the right to a safe and fun experience

These checks ensure that leaders can be trusted and will provide a safe and healthy environment for everyone

+Participant Waivers

Waivers have been provided in your participant materials

Make copies of the waiver for each mom/girl pair and have the moms sign them

This is an important safety measure and is required per the Group Leader License Agreement

+CPR and First Aid

It is recommended but not required that you complete First Aid and CPR training

The Red Cross, American Heart Association, and others offer training

Carry a cell phone with you during training sessions in case of an emergency

+GMOTM™ Leader Training Review

In this training, we discussed: The goals of GMOTM™ and how the program

works Physical activity guidelines for girls and women Training safety tips Group facilitation techniques and tips The importance of following the curriculum and

using credible health information The purpose for background checks of volunteer

leaders

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Thank You. You may now proceed tothe GMOTM™ Leader Training Quiz.