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March 14, 2023

Using Musical Workouts to Maximise Engagement

The beat of the music and the bongo drums of the rhythm can elevate an individual’s mood and make them feel more alive. Music-based workouts are perfect for people who need something to move their bodies without dragging themselves along. It helps individuals enjoy exercise more as they dance away to their favourite tunes, feeling energized and in control of their workout routine.

Incorporating music is especially beneficial for those who have difficulty finding motivation when exercising or find it hard to stick with a plan as the beats keep them going until the end. Not only that, but musical-based workouts also allow one to express themselves creatively as they dance around in tune with the melody.

They can enjoy moving freely without restrictions, allowing them to be immersed in each moment as they focus on feeling good about themselves inside and out.

As Fitness Games Zone members, you have over 40 specially designed musical workouts ready. Below are three of the most popular from our workshops and members’ feedback. We can guarantee these three to four-minute activities will be a hit with everyone.

ACDC – TNT

The Police – Roxanne

Ray Parker Jr – Ghostbusters

Members either click the links above or sign up for your account HERE.

Suppose you still need to become a member and want to take advantage of the 900-plus activities, games, and 130 PD courses. Then, click HERE to get a FREE membership. The Fitness Games Zone is the ultimate platform for everything you need to make moving and learning fun.

March 7, 2023

Fun-Based Movement Improves Physical Fitness and Relationships

Making fitness fun is the key to gaining physical and mental benefits and building relationships. Movement is medicine, and having fun while exercising is an excellent way for any group to become healthier together.

Fitness doesn’t have to be tedious. Using various activities that get people out of their comfort zone can impact physical and mental well-being. Incorporating elements of competition and collaboration can also help build positive relationships in any group setting.

Fun-based fitness has been proven to increase motivation, reduce stress, improve self-esteem, increase endorphins, and strengthen core muscles. It’s also been linked to improved concentration, memory recall, coordination, muscle strength and flexibility, reduced risk of chronic diseases like heart disease or diabetes, improved sleep quality, and even increased creativity!

This week on the Fitness Games Zone, we would like to introduce you to two games that will pack a punch while making fitness fun.

Plank Air Hockey
Dice Car Racing

Both games are suited for participants of all ages and, most importantly, will put a smile on everyone’s face while playing.

Members either click the links above or sign up for your account HERE.

February 28, 2023

A Playful Attitude of Gratitude

Let’s talk about gratitude! It’s not just something to say before dinner. It’s essential for our mental health and overall happiness. Here are some fun and playful benefits of practising gratitude:

It’s like a mental high-five! When you take a moment to feel grateful for something, it’s like giving yourself a mental high-five. You’re acknowledging something good in your life, and it feels good!
It helps you focus on the good stuff. When you’re feeling down or stressed, it’s easy to get caught up in negative thoughts. Practising gratitude helps shift your focus to the good things in your life, no matter how small they may seem.
It’s contagious! When you express gratitude, it can spread to those around you. Think about how good it feels when someone thanks you for something. You can make someone’s day just by expressing gratitude.
It boosts your mood. When you’re feeling grateful, your brain releases feel-good chemicals like dopamine and serotonin. Practising gratitude can make you feel happier.

With all that being said, here are two brand new ways you, as Jugar Life Members, can use play to get the benefits above in a super fun way.

Mr Squiggle Gratitude (Designed from the hugely popular ABC TV show)

Connect Four Reflection & Gratitude

Members either click the links above or sign up for your account HERE.

Suppose you are not a member yet and want to take advantage of the 900-plus activities and games, as well as the 130 PD courses. Then, click HERE to enjoy seven days for FREE on us. The Jugar Life Play Portal is the ultimate platform for everything you need to improve your mental and physical well-being in a fun way.

August 30, 2022

We Don’t Stop Playing Because We Grow Old….

We Don’t Stop Playing Because We Grow Old, We Grow Old Because We Stop Playing!

It’s a simple fact: we stop playing because we grow old. And according to new research, that’s not just a coincidence – it’s the cause and effect. A recent study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology shows that there is a direct correlation between declining playfulness in adulthood and the onset of age-related physical and mental decline.

So what does this mean for us? It’s simple: if we want to stay young, we need to keep playing. Whether it’s playing tag with our kids, kicking a ball around with our friends, or even just taking a few moments each day to have some fun, playfulness is essential to keeping our bodies and minds young. And that’s something we can all benefit from.

This research provides valuable insight into the importance of playfulness in maintaining our health as we age. #HealthIsWealth

August 3, 2022

Active Play and Connection Can Prevent Burnout in Adults

According to a recent study, adults who engage in active play and maintain positive social connections are less likely to experience burnout. The study, which researchers at the University of Missouri conducted, found that adults who reported higher levels of playfulness and social connectedness were less likely to report feeling burned out.

The study surveyed 467 working adults and asked them about their levels of playfulness, social connectedness, and burnout. The findings suggest that adults who are more playful and connected are better able to cope with stress and are less likely to feel overwhelmed or burnt out.

This research has implications for adults who are struggling with burnout. By incorporating more playfulness into their lives and maintaining positive social connections, they may be able to prevent or reduce the symptoms of burnout.

Burnout is a serious problem that can have negative consequences for both individuals and organisations. That’s why we have created the three-hour virtual FunShop to share fun and practical ways that individuals can use daily to prevent burnout at home and in the workplace. Read more HERE.

March 7, 2022

Sign Up Now!

Get ready for Awesome April, as we have planned our third annual virtual summit for you all. ‘Healthy Minds Positive Vibes 3.0’ is back bigger and better than ever. Join us for 26 different sessions from the world’s best presenters on ways to improve your mental and physical wellbeing.

All sessions are free to join live or sign up and watch the recording in your own time. Our summit is for teachers, trainers, professionals, coaches and anyone who wants to improve their overall health and happiness. Click on the link below to lock in your sessions, and please share with anyone you feel would benefit from this brilliant free event.

https://summit.jugar.life/

January 27, 2022

Healthy Minds…Positive Vibes 3.0

WE WANT YOU!!!!

It’s back! For the third year running we, at Jugar Life, will be running a free month long virtual conference in April, 2022. On the back of blockbuster sessions in 2020 and 2021 that drew online audiences of over 3000 from 40 countries, ‘Healthy Minds…Positive Vibes 3.0’ will be even bigger, and better!

We are seeking submissions from those of you who have a health, wellness or wellbeing message that you wish to share on the global stage.

‘Healthy Minds…Positive Vibes 3.0’ will be a collaboration of 45-60 minute presentations, with each session offered through synchronous delivery, and recorded for the over 30,000 members of the Jugar Life family to access through the Jugar Play Portal.

If you are interested in presenting, please complete the form below. We would love to have you on board for this awesome April experience! If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at team@jugar.life

Please note the deadline for presentation proposals is Friday 25th February, 2022. All proposals will be assessed for suitability by the Jugar Life executive as received. As there are only a finite number of places, to avoid disappointment, we encourage all potential presenters to submit their proposal as soon as possible.

Click HERE to submit your proposal to be part of one of the biggest FREE online month long conferences.

Here is last years event to get you excited for what we are planning this year – https://summit.jugar.life/

November 26, 2021

The Research Doesn’t Lie

A recent survey from Beyond Blue has come back with some alarming statistics after two years of the pandemic. More than half the 1600 people surveyed said that the last two years have negatively affected their mental health.

One in four felt worried or restless.
One in five were finding it difficult to engage with others.
One in three felt unmotivated and found it hard to perform daily tasks.

With that being said, like most people, I think a good break over Christmas is much needed for all. I can’t wait for this, to be honest.

The second thing to consider is that these feelings and the effects of the pandemic will still be around as we start the new year. So it’s crucial that you start 2022 as an individual, family, workplace and school in a fun way. An easy way to do this is by simply reading my new book ‘All Work No Play’, as it has loads of ideas to use straight away to build connection, make people feel safe, and most of all have FUN.

The third thing you can do is lock in an ‘All Work No Play’ workshop which you can read below, or join us for our upcoming events in Australia and the UK. Links are below. If you would like to chat more about starting 2022 with the sole focus of making people feel safe, comfortable and confident, please hit reply and let’s lock in a chat about how you can do this.

As always, we are here to help. Hopefully, my new book or workshops can come in handy for a fresh start in 2022.

All Work No Play with Dale Sidebottom

In this action-packed FunShop, you will find more moments of joy and happiness daily.

Play is a simple way to be present in the moment. When you are truly present, stress and worry melts away, making you more mindful and connected. We all know this is good for us, but when was the last time you actually played?

Packed full of games, exercises, and fully backed by science, All Work No Play shows how to use play-based mindfulness to build healthy relationships, improve your mental health, and live a better life.

Inside today’s FunShop, Dale introduces you to the Daily PEGG, a framework consisting of Play, Exercise, Gratitude and Giving that will ground your mindset and have a profound impact on your life and the lives of those around you. These tools can be used by anyone, as an individual goal, as a family challenge, or to connect teams and workplaces.

No matter where you are in life, All Work No Play is your guide to bringing more fun and fulfilment into your day.

Scheduled 2022 Events:

Dale Sidebottom is the creator and founder of Jugar Life and Energetic Education. Two multidisciplinary business platforms that provide people with the tools to make play a focus of their everyday. Dale is a full-time ‘play’ consultant who taps into his 20+ years working in the education and fitness sectors to educate individuals, schools, sporting clubs and corporate organisations globally on the benefits ‘adult play’ can have on mental health and wellbeing. Dale is the author of All Work No Play, TEDx speaker and the top rating ‘Energetic Radio’ podcast. Dale has worked face to face with students, teachers, schools and corporations in over 20 countries around the world.

What attendees said in last year’s workshops:

This was recently said about Energetic Education – “Spending the day with Dale is akin to the feeling you get an extra pump of chocolate sauce on your sundae. The most positively infectious person I’ve ever met. He didn’t stop smiling for 4 hours straight whilst being challenging at the same time”. Laynton Allen – Managing Director, KidsCo Australia

“Love the energy of the presenters; they did an awesome job”! Lauren Laurenson- AJHS New Zealand

“Loved it. Great content and highly applicable to primary and secondary students.” Jake Carey – Island Christian Academy Hong Kong

“Very fun, engaging and hands-on. Dale was very enthusiastic and had lots of brilliant ideas and games suitable for all”. Tristan Mc – Bangkok Patana College

“Excellent PD especially relevant to our students who are fitness resistant. Class energisers appropriate for our learning as attention spans are limited”. Gary Pennicott – Glenorchy Primary Tasmania

June 8, 2021

A Tale In Africa

On almost every occasion, when I am working with a new group of coaches, teachers or corporates, play is how I break the ice to ensure we connect in the best way possible. I call this ‘connection before content’. It’s essential to build a relationship and trust before you start delivering any form of content in any situation.

I find that play helps people feel safe and comfortable with one another and with themselves, and with me. People’s walls tend to come down a lot quicker when we use play-based activities. Meaning they’re then likely to be more comfortable and confident—adults’ play taking risks, showing vulnerability and absorbing key take-outs from our sessions.

A great example of this in action is when I was in Kenya. Some years ago, I ran a two-day African conference for teachers from all over the continent, along with a couple of international teachers. I was pretty nervous.

Click HERE to read the entire chapter of the book, as it’s a really insightful and heartwarming story. Completely free sample chapter from All Work No Play.

Here is a brilliant article featured in the UK Rugby Coach Weekly about the power of play. Click HERE to download.

P.S. Thank you to everyone who has purchased the book and left a positive review on Amazon and other platforms (The book is available online globally if you haven’t purchased a copy yet).

The final thing I want to leave you with is the power of kindness. I challenge you to do something kind for someone today after reading the message to make them smile simply. Below is a random act of kindness I did last week 🙂 Cheers Dale

Grab yourself a FREE sample chapter of All Work No Play and share it with someone who might enjoy my tale from Africa. Click HERE.

April 1, 2021

Pre Sale Of My Book Is Available Globally – All Work No Play :)

One of the best feelings ever, opening the post to get my hands on the first copies of ‘All Work No Play’ – A surprising guide to feeling more mindful, cheerful and grateful. I have been working on this book for the past two and a half years and am beyond excited for people to read what we have created.

The official book launch is on the 1st of May. My publishers Wiley will have copies of this book all over the world for people to purchase. In the meantime, you can pre-order your copy through Amazon, Booktopia or where ever they sell books online.

Click on the link below or search All Work No Play by Dale Sidebottom. If people pre-order, they can gain some significant savings 🙂

P.S. Please share with anyone who would benefit from this book. If you are outside of Australia, simply search on Amazon (or other book providers), and you will find the pre-order in your country.

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Explore effective strategies to improve your mental health, and the health of your colleagues and employees, with this engaging and practical book

All Work No Play: A Surprising Guide to Feeling More Mindful, Grateful and Cheerful is a practical and rewarding handbook for reconnecting with joy and happiness daily. The book shares strategies for play-based mindfulness, empathy, and gratitude exercises that will help readers rediscover their inner child; promote good mental health; build and foster more meaningful connections with others, and help combat loneliness and deep-rooted toxic behaviours and thoughts.

You’ll learn to:

Recognize and become self-aware of thoughts blocking your way to healthy relationships and attitudes
Prioritize mental wellbeing in your daily life and put an end to burnout and fatigue
Use visual tools and self-assessment forms to guide you through exercises that will increase your happiness, focus, and productivity

Perfect for anyone who hopes to improve their ability to take joy and happiness from their daily routines, All Work No Play is also ideal for businesses who wish to improve the health and wellbeing of their employees and colleagues.