10 Ways​​​​​​​ To Exercise As A Family
Mamas&Papas|August 2018

It is easy to let exercise and fitness slide from the list of priorities when work demands and managing your household consumes all your time. That’s why we’ve come up with fun exercises that the whole family can partake in

Martha Mabotha
10 Ways​​​​​​​ To Exercise As A Family

It's no secret that today children would rather spend time watching television or gaming on their phones. This in no way encourages them to be physically active, unless the game they’re playing is PokemonGo of course. What entertains kids these days perpertuates raising kids who will lead sedentary lifestyles which is not good for their health, now, and even in the long run. Helping

children adopt fit habits from a young age will give them a headstart on a healthy lifestyle and that will move with them through the years. It’s also important to remember that children also mimic their parents, so your lifestyle may be encouraging your kids to be less active by your own actions. Try out the following activities and also use them as a family bonding session.

Walking

It is usually difficult to pick an activity which everyone can participate in, however, walking is one of the most fundamental forms of exercise that needs to be incorporated in your lifestyle so go ahead and make your family your walking buddies. Even toddlers can walk and when they get tired, all you have to do is place them in their stroller, and continue the walk.

Dancing

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