Fitness as a family matter is easier than you think

How often do you exercise with your younger (or even older) kids? Playing frisbee, pushing them in the swings, playing chase and even pushing your kids down slides are all forms of exercise -- and ones I would consider "family exercises".

Finding time to make sure most (if not all) members of your family get the appropriate amount of physical exercise can be one of life's largest challenges. After all, there are only 24 hours in a day. But, taking your kids outside to the playground or park -- or even the backyard if you have one -- can be a great time for the whole gang to get some exercise.

While it's not rigorous or measured, the simple movement of your body and the physicality of just playing with your kids can be way more beneficial than sitting inside watching television. With the spring season just around the corner, have fun playing!