Popular resolutions that are made each year are to be fit and to spend more time with family. Why not aid in keeping these resolutions in 2008 by combining them?
You have worked hard in order to achieve your 20/20 Lifestyle. Do you ever take the time to think about how your life and activities have changed since completing the program? Maybe you have your fitness routine down to a science now, which is great, but it can't hurt to mix things up once in awhile and add a little fun into it. Aim at trying to incorporate your family into your fitness routine at least once a week this month…if it works out, you can continue to do it in the future. You can get in a good workout, and you can transfer your fitness knowledge and healthy habits to your family.
Here are some suggestions to keep your family fit and healthy:
- Take your family to your club or gym. Look into family fitness packages that may be offered. For example, a Parents Night Out
- Let a different family member pick their favorite activity for the whole group to do together each week.
- Make it your family goal to train for an event – a 5k run or walk, a bike race, etc. You get the dual purpose of the actual physical training and the family camaraderie of reaching for a common goal!
- Have each family member either use a notebook or a blog to record their fitness
- Keep safety in mind-wear appropriate equipment and gear for your activity. Kids follow by your example.
- Take trips to the farmers market together. It is good for all to see fresh fruits and vegetables that are offered locally
- Participate in a cooking class together
- Let family members share in menu planning
- Have the family help prepare meals and snacks – cooking together can be more fun and rewarding than buying those bright, processed foods at the grocery store. Don't underestimate your child's interest in healthy foods. They just need to learn (from you) how to enjoy them as well.
How you celebrate this month is up to you, just make sure you are getting that fitness component in. Stay healthy.
