Active Break - the Program for Students

The nationwide available prevention program “Active Break – the program for students” is aimed at colleges, universities, as well as students who want to easily integrate more movement into their daily study routine. The goal is to prevent complaints such as tension, back pain, and headaches by incorporating short movement impulses of 10–15 minutes before, during, or between lectures. Trained coaches accompany the exercise sessions and teach stretching and strengthening exercises that can be performed in regular everyday clothing. Students benefit from relaxation and stability exercises that enhance well-being and improve performance in everyday university life. Applications can be submitted at any time, with the foundation Die Gesundarbeiter – Zukunftsverantwortung Gesundheit providing a subsidy.

In addition to the regular implementation, the program offers a two-day multiplier training to become a “Vital Break Coach.” In this further training, prospective trainers receive a trainer’s manual as well as in-depth knowledge about the importance of active short breaks for brain jogging, neck and back strengthening, stabilization, and mobilization. After successful completion, they can independently lead movement breaks in lectures and thus sustainably raise awareness of health topics among their fellow students as multipliers. Universities benefit from a low-cost, easily accessible offer that strengthens the campus atmosphere and image. Students who actively participate also gain a valuable certificate of competence for their CV.