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Do a spacewalk
In space, astronauts must be able to perform physical tasks that require muscle strength and coordination. One task that certain astronauts must be able to complete is an Extra Vehicular Activity (EVA), or spacewalk. Spacewalks allow a crew member to examine the outside of space vehicles, like the International Space Station, and make repairs or modifications to the vehicle if necessary.
In this activity, students will perform the ‘bear crawl’ and ‘crab walk’ to increase muscular strength and improve upper and lower body coordination.
This resource is from the Mission X collection of activities which is an international educational challenge that focuses on health, science, fitness and nutrition, and encourages pupils to train like an astronaut. To find out more about Mission X, visit https://www.stem.org.uk/esero/primary/competitions-and-challenges/mission-x.
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