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Popsicle Push-Up

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Man doing a push-up with eyes closed, as seen in Popsicle Push-up group initiative

Popsicle Push-Up

Physical group task that demands planning & creativity.

  • Inspires creativity
  • Promotes collaboration
  • Develops critical thinking
  • All group sizes
  • No props

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Gather your group on an open, flat and dry surface.
  2. Challenge your group to elevate the bodies of every individual off the ground for a period of five seconds, with only their hands touching the ground during this time.
  3. Every person must be physically connected to the group during the five seconds.
  4. No equipment or physical aids are permitted to solve the problem.
  5. Allow ample time for planning, problem-solving & trial-and-error.
  6. Encourage creativity, as there are many solutions.

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