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• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Avoid Exercise
• Method 2 of 3: Manage Discomfort
• Method 3 of 3: Try to Succeed in Class

When it comes to favorite school lessons, physical education is rarely among them. But physical education lessons are compulsory in all schools and even in universities. However, there are several ways to skip a few lessons. You may be in a better mood if you learn how to skip gym class.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Avoid Exercise

1. 1 Ask your parents to write you a note. If you want to skip the gym class, you can ask your parents to write an explanatory note. In schools and even universities, physical education teachers often accept parental notes as a good reason. Ask your parents to help you skip a couple of classes and write a note.
   • Let your parents write in a note that you are sick and you should not go in for physical education.
   • Parents can write you a note that you have sprained your ankle or wrist and you should not be able to engage in physical activity for a while.
2. 2 Pretend your ankle hurts. A classic technique that you can always use to skip gym class is to pretend that your leg hurts. If you really sprained your ankle, you wouldn't be able to exercise. Therefore, if you can convince the teacher that you have dislocated your leg, you can spend several physical education classes on the bench.
   • To make your words sound more convincing, pretend that you are limping as you walk. This will help the teacher understand that your leg is indeed injured.
   • You should not run, jump and walk fast on this day, because if the teacher sees you, he will understand that everything is in order with your leg.
3. 3 Say you have a migraine. Headaches and migraines are very painful and, of course, interfere with sports. Usually, with headaches, a person avoids any physical activity until the headache has passed. If you can fake a headache, you can safely skip gym class.
   • Sigh regularly and rest your palm against your forehead - this can depict a headache.
   • While you are pretending to have a headache, do not make any sudden movements.
   • Remember, you must look like you really have a headache. But don't overdo it.
4. 4 Forget sportswear or shoes. Usually, to attend physical education classes, you need to carry sports clothes and shoes with you. If you come to class without a uniform, you will not be allowed to study. Forgetting your sports uniform or shoes at home, you can safely skip physical education.
   • Remember that this method does not always work (depending on the teacher's preference and the intensity of the class). Some schools may provide spare gym clothing for physical activity, so you need to know well how your class is going before choosing that method.
   • If you're swimming in physical education class, chances are this method will work.
5. 5 Try not to overuse these methods. The more often you use one of the above tricks, the less they will trust you. In addition, if your attendance is too low, you may not receive credit at the end of the semester in this subject. Therefore, you should skip classes only from time to time, so as not to spoil your grades and undermine your confidence in yourself.
   • Track your progress. Don't skip gym class too often if you know it will get you in trouble.
   • If you use the same excuses every time, the teacher will stop believing you.

Method 2 of 3: Manage Discomfort

1. 1 Feel free to dress up. Many people feel embarrassed when they have to change their clothes in front of others. Anyone who has had to change in a shared locker room can feel embarrassed, anxious and ashamed. If you are very nervous about having to change before class, try the following tips to help you change in peace:
   • Try changing in the toilet or shower.
   • You can try wearing a T-shirt and shorts under your casual clothes.
   • Make sportswear a part of your everyday style.
   • If you are going to a swimming class, wrap a towel around your waist and change underneath.
   • Some women wear a sports bra over their regular bra. Then the regular bra can be removed, leaving only the sports bra.
2. 2 Don't stay on the bench! Choosing a team for games and competitions is a source of fear for every student. After all, no one wants to stay “among the spare” and be a “loser”. If you are the last to be picked, your self-esteem can be low. However, it is worth looking at it optimistically and staying in a good mood, even if it is unpleasant for you.
   • Try not to give in to feelings of anger and resentment.A bad attitude will only alienate those around you, increasing your negative feelings.
   • If you try to improve your relationship with your classmates, you will be much better off even if initially turned down. Don't let yourself be the last one to be chosen, don't reject the people around you.
3. 3 Don't worry if you have your period. It may happen that your physical education class is during your period. This may make girls feel uncomfortable and may want to skip class. However, you can still safely attend the lesson. Just follow the tips below to make your physical education more comfortable:
   • Be sure to change your tampon or pad before starting an activity.
   • You may also need to change your tampon or pad after class.
   • If you need to shower (or have to swim in the pool) after class, it is best to use a tampon.

Method 3 of 3: Try to Succeed in Class

1. 1 Put on your gym clothes. If you need to take a physical education lesson, be sure to change into your sports uniform to make it easier to practice. If you are wearing casual clothes (jeans and a T-shirt), you will be too hot during class, and it will not be very comfortable for you to move. If you know that you are in physical education today, be sure to take your athletic form.
   • Take a spare T-shirt.
   • Shorts or sweatpants will be very comfortable for you to move and exercise.
   • Find running shoes or other athletic shoes that you can wear for exercise.
2. 2 Chat with your friends. If you have friends who also go to physical education classes, try to communicate more with them so that you have more fun. Talking to a friend while doing the exercises and during breaks can help distract you and not think about the lesson. Try building your own team, or just stick with friends during exercise.
   • If you need to join a team, choose the one with your friends.
   • Any team exercise can be done with a friend.
   • Try to hang out with friends during group games (such as basketball or volleyball).
3. 3 Think about what will be useful for you. Even if you can't enjoy exercising, focus on the benefits of exercising. For example, exercise has positive effects on physical and mental health. If you feel tired and uncomfortable during your session, remind yourself that this has a positive effect on your body:
4. 4 Learn about medical contraindications. If there are medical contraindications, the student can be exempted from the subject, or take limited participation in it. If you are concerned about something, see a therapist. He will write you a referral to a specialist based on your complaints. If a specialist determines the presence of a particular problem, they will write you a certificate of partial or complete exemption from physical education.