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Family style fitness

Posted: Apr 10th 2008 6:00PM by Maggie Vink
Filed under: Fitness, Healthy Kids

A few weeks ago I wrote about fitness ideas for the whole family. Today I ran across this article with some more fun fitness ideas. Exercising with your kids is so important. It sets a healthy example that they'll hopefully carry through their lives. It's also vital to developing strong muscles and bones and prevents childhood obesity. On top of all the health benefits, it's just plain fun!
My son is constantly in motion and keeping up with him can be a challenge. But when I step outside of my aerobics box (my exercise of choice) I find that I have a lot of fun keeping fit with my son. Just this morning, for reasons known only to him, my son started a round of hokey-pokey in the kitchen. It got pretty silly and pretty active. By the end of it we were both laughing -- and breathing a bit harder to boot.

Whatever exercise you choose -- walking, hiking, team sports, playing at the playground, dancing in your living room -- you and your kids are sure to see the benefits.

Spring family fitness ideas

Posted: Mar 31st 2008 8:00PM by Maggie Vink
Filed under: Fitness, Healthy Habits, Women's Health, Men's Health, Healthy Kids

My son played basketball this winter, but there was a month or so lag time before baseball tryouts. Practices are starting next week and we're both looking forward to it. He really enjoys organized sports. But family-based activities are important too. Spring is a great time to shed those winter blues and get the whole family outside and moving. Try these ideas:
  • Visit a nearby pitch and kick a soccer ball around
  • Play a game of catch in the backyard
  • Teach your kids jump rope songs or try out some fancy double-dutch footwork
  • Go for a family walk after dinner
  • Ride bikes along a rail trail
  • Hike on a wooded path
  • Go to the beach and explore, play a game of Frisbee, or swim (if weather permits)
  • Shoot a game of HORSE or Around the World at a nearby basketball hoop
  • Visit the park and play on the equipment with your kids.
Being active as a family sets a wonderful example of physical activity for your kids. It also creates more quality time with your family -- developing stronger bodies while developing a stronger bond.



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