the coronavirus lockdown has been extended till may 03 kids much like adults have been locked up inside homes with classes exams being delayed and new sessions put on hold it has been challenging for parents to keep their kids occupied inside the four wallsmore so with the present state of affairs there might be a long wait before schools are actually reopenedkeeping this in mind the countrys leading educational board cbse central board of secondary education has now introduced innovative virtual fitnessthemed classes for school going students to keep them busy and to also encourage them to remain physically active during times like this the project has been made in collaboration with the fit india movement so that kids maintain an active and sustainable lifestyle from their younger daysspecial classes which started today april 15 have been introduced with focus on holistic development and fitness the classes which happen at 930 am every morning will continue for a months time and broadcast on major social media channels including facebook youtube and instagramin the past to encourage physical wellness cbse came up with a plan to introduce a compulsory sports period in schools across the countrywhat does the course entailthe firstofakind initiative introduced in the curriculum currently covers a wide range of topic such as nutrition yoga and meditation exercises there are also simple classes which talk about immunityboosting tips from the ministry of ayush which are quite helpful during the seasonpraising the benefits of conducting such classes the board said objective of these sessions will be to help children stay fit and healthy while pursuing online classes as well as help them to cultivate a sustainable and active lifestyle right from their younger daysthe educational board has also roped in renowned wellness experts and nutritionists to guide students through including famed dieticians and emotional wellness coachesthis is not the first such initiative taken in the recent days delhi government which conducts the very famous happiness classes for students is now offering classes via telephone and virtually as well so that kids and parents remain mindful during testing times