Mission X

Mission X is an international educational challenge that focuses on health, science, fitness and nutrition and encourages pupils to train like an astronaut. The challenge involves a set of physical and educational activities, developed by space scientists and fitness professionals working with real astronauts. Each Mission X activity completed earns steps towards helping the virtual Mission X mascots, Luna and Leo, walk the distance from the Earth to the Moon.

The challenge is organised by the European Space Agency and the UK Space Agency. To find out more about Mission X, visit https://www.stem.org.uk/esero/primary/competitions-and-challenges/mission-x.

In addition to the Mission X activity guides, there are also some space themed health and nutrition resource booklets, available towards the end of this collection.

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Space rock-n-roll

In space, astronauts can perform spectacular rolls. On the International Space Station (ISS) astronauts seem to be floating.

In this activity, students will perform a series of somersaults on the ground to improve body coordination, flexibility, balance and strengthen their back, abdominal and leg muscles....

Hydration station

Dehydration can be a problem for adults and children alike. Space explorers must maintain proper hydration levels while in space. As astronauts complete their tasks on an exploration mission, whether inside or outside the space exploration vehicle, astronauts need adequate hydration to maintain proper health.

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Reduced gravity, low fat

As astronauts travel to the Moon, Mars, and beyond, the need for nutritionally balanced meals becomes even more important for space missions. The amount of fat inside food packaged for spaceflight is analysed by researchers before the food is sent into space.

In this lesson, students will discover the fat...

Jump for the Moon

On Earth, humans experience the effects of gravity pulling on the human body which applies a constant force. This constant force is essential for building the healthy, strong bones we need on Earth. The force can be increased, and bones can be made stronger by doing regular weight bearing physical activities such...

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