5 Parenting Tips To Help Your Child Get More Exercise
Was parenting easier forty years ago? As a mom in the new millennium, I dream about the ideaof parenting in a world where streets are safe and parentscan let their children run freely through the neighborhood,their bodies naturally challenged with the exercise of play.Instead today, before the slam of the car door fades and thebackpack drops on the floor, the TV is switched on and thelast few hours of daylight disappear in a haze of videogames and over processed snack foods.Even the concerned, well-meaning parent can often standhelpless, wondering how to compete against marketing geniusand instant gratification. Exercise and carrot sticks have ahard time competing with Xboxes, SpongeBob and potato chips.The proof is all around us. According to the Centers forDisease Control and Prevention, the health of too many NorthAmericans is in danger because of unhealthy lifestyles.(www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/obesity)The latest data from the National Center for HealthStatistics show that 30 percent of U.S. adults 20 years ofage and older - over 60 million people - are obese. The CDCreports the percentage of young people who are overweighthas more than tripled since 1980.My kids aren't obese - why should I be concerned?Your kids are normal, right? You are parenting just fine.But in a world where walking is limited, school P.E.programs are being cut, and cars, elevators and buseseliminate our chance to exercise naturally, we need to makea concerted effort to make physical activity part of our dayand our children's days.Despite all the benefits of being physically active, mostAmericans are sedentary.(www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/obesity/contributing_factors.htm)Inactive children are likely to become inactive adults.(www.americanheart.org)So as parents how can we get our kids moving?"The American Heart Association recommends that children andadolescents participate in at least 60 minutes of moderateto vigorous physical activity every day."The great news is exercise comes in many forms and can be alot of fun! With a little creativity you can easily add somefun physical activity into your parenting style.1.
Lead the way You need to set a good example. Kids, especially younger children, naturally follow their parents. So make sure you arelooking after your own health and making physical activity a priority in your life.2. Do it together In today's overscheduled world, we need to make sure we are spending quality time with our children. What better way thanto be active together.
Since kids can't be alone roaming the neighborhood, parents need to play with them.3. Make it fun Put on some music and dance. Play tag. Roller blade. Basically just play.
Provide them with toys and equipment thatencourage them to be active while having fun. Bikes, scooters, hockey sticks and baseball bats willget your kids moving and active. For preschool children,ride on toys that get them exercising like pedal cars, bigwheels and tricycles are always a great parenting decision.4. Cheer them on Create positive reinforcements withencouragement and support. Help them find sports andactivities that build their self esteem.
Attend theirsporting events and let them know you are their biggest fanwhether they win or lose.5. Turn it off Of course, we need to limit the time our kidswatch TV and play video games. But make sure you do it in apositive way.
If they are angry that you just turned offtheir favorite show, they might not be too excited aboutgoing out rollerblading with you. Allow screen time during designated hours, preferably after homework is done and when physical activity is finished, like in the evening or on Saturday morning when tired parentsmight need to catch a few extra minutes of sleep.Adding more physical activity into your family's routinewill help you all feel better and get you having more funtogether.
Most importantly, as you model a healthylifestyle you will help instill in your children lifelonghabits and healthy attitudes toward exercise and physicalactivity.Susan Carraretto's most important job is parenting and shealso runs two online stores. Get your children moving withexciting, active and affordable ride on toys atPedal Cars and Retro Collectables..
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Why Working-Out is Crucial When You Work at Home
When you work at home you will find yourself often "tied" to a desk, sitting on your "rump" for hours at a time.
Not the most physical activity I'd say
In order to make certain that you always maintain a peek level of productivity, it's vital that you get some sort of exercise.
It's so important in order to stay focused and moreover, just to maintain a good level of physical fitness.
Remember this is YOUR business, there are NO sick days allowed.
Now more than ever, it's vital that you get pro-active about your health.
Your business and YOUR family depend on it!
Soooo you know what to do...u gotta EXERCISE!!!
I make my workout part of my work schedule.
Despite what the TV ads portray, we all know that working-out is NOT fun. If you associate it with recreation or a fun activity, you will learn to hate it because it's definitely NOT fun!
I get SO ANNOYED when...
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Eating Chocolate Ice Cream Every Full Moon Promotes Weight Loss
Copyright 2006 Adam Kessler
Are these the kinds of stories that we as health professionals are trying to write to enlighten the public or gain fame and notoriety?
I read this story several days ago about some doctor who claims if you limit your flavors and pick a flavor of the day you will lose weight and has the case studies to prove it.
C'mon!!
First we have the Atkins diet, then the cabbage diet, and now this.
I mean if you really want to prey on the many people who are so desperate to lose weight then do a case study on the above title.
I'm sure you will sell some copies for that book as well.
Now, if someone didn't read the story very carefully they're going to say, "Hmmm, I'll start with a bowl of cherries, that's healthy.
Then move on to cherry ice cream, then some cherry pie, and let's wash it down with some cherry coke."
Laugh, but trust me those people are out there.
They are the...
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Strategies for Creating a Niche Business
The customer told me, "My immediate goal is to get more customers into my business.
My second agenda is to move slowly towards becoming more specialized as a business."
Here are the six steps we used with this business owner to make his transition to a niche business.MarketingWe completed an exercise that evaluated his current marketing efforts. (Yellow page ads, brochures, networking, professional referrals and other forms)
What was working?
What was not working?
We dropped the losers.
As part of the marketing analysis, we implemented 2 new marketing approaches.
The result of these efforts identified his best marketing strategies.Customer AnalysisWe completed an exercise that identifies his current customers.
Who are they?
How do they buy?
How many are there?
What do they buy?
Where do they come from?
Why do they buy from him?
The result of these efforts was...
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6 Steps to Relieve Stress
Copyright 2005 Think Healthy
We get over-stressed now and then. It's a natural response under certain conditions. We need to be concern when our stress is getting out of hand and interfering with our lifestyle. What problems can too much stress cause?
? High Blood Pressure ? Colds and the Flu ? Allergies ? Diabetes ? Damage Relationships ? General Bad Health
The list goes on?.
Getting over the stress is what we want to strive for. How can we go about this? Taking the natural approach is probably the best way to start.
Here are a few ideas to begin with.
Exercise: It may be difficult to begin an exercise program but once you start it will become easier. Exercise helps to blow off steam and gets rid of excess stress. So you benefit by reducing your tension and obtaining a workout as well. Of course talk to your physician before beginning an exercise program.
Relax: Yes it is hard to relax when you are...
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