Things are starting to progress. It really is spring, the days are definitely longer, the weather is warmer and every type of sports activity is starting up. So have you checked out your community's options yet?
I have challenged myself to getting out with my 8-year-old daughter twice a week. Once for a run while she bikes and once for a run while she runs. I have to say her running is a lot faster than mine so although we don't go far I am panting.
My son has been learning soccer indoors this spring and so I think some family soccer games will need to be added to our weekly menu just for fun. I also realize I could fit in some laps at the local pool while the rest of the family splashes in the kids area and then join them.
I too need to start looking for activity that is just fun. Why does everything have to be a timed amount of exercise? It doesn't. Besides, how better for my kids to be healthy than to see mom and dad being active and having fun while they benefit from family time. Really my kids see mom out running and going to the gym more than enough but it doesn't include them and they aren't about to "work out" at their age.
This week try to get out and active with your family, your friends, your neighbours, just for fun. Bet that's a REAL challenge. Post what you found to do so we all can benefit from your ideas. Have a great week!
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I took all 4 kids (raning from 2 to 11) to the playground, but instead of sitting on a bench watching them play as I would usually do, I ran and played too.
Not my favourite, running is not my thing and I'd rather hike, but it was fun to play with the kids instead of just looking. I think they had more fun, too.
And the park was nearly empty, so I didn't feel self-conscious.
Knock knock, what happened to this week's post?
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