Kids these days…
Posted by admin on May 27, 2010
Have you ever wondered about the kids these days? Why they are in the generation of obesity and hyperactivity? I worry about what kids know. What do they know about their bodies and the physiology of life within the body? What would it take to get your kids outside exercising instead of in front of the TV? What would it take for your kids to want to eat healthy foods? What would it take to get your kids involved in a healthy lifestyle? I know exactly what it takes. It take you. It takes parents taking the responsibility to teach their kids, possibly the best way is by example. There might be some whinning at first, but I gaurantee that you will end up learning from your kids how great it is to be healthy and happy. Taking the responsibility to get your kids involved in classes or courses about Anatomy and Physiology is a great way to allow them to understand the what, why and how of the body they live in. There are online courses, local university summer programs for kids, or many programs that you can purchase that act as an interactive guide through the body. Of course there are my kids wellness classes too! What about a nutrition class? What better way to motivate your kids to get moving, than to get up and move with them. Think of all the great activities and family moments that are being missed by not being involved in the activities yourself. It is hard to expect your kids to stay healthy and active if mom and dad aren’t out there making a go of it themselves. Come up with weekly activities. For example, a Saturday morning bike ride to the juice shop, or drive down to the legacy pathway and take a walk around Bountiful pond. Create a family jeapordy game of foods, exercises, body parts, body functions. This is really fun if you have anyone with the wrong answer do push ups or jumping jacks. The winner gets a gift card to the local health food store or favorite juice shop. Smoothies are always a good reward. As you spend more time moving during family activities, the more the kids will want. Make cookies with whole wheat flour and nuts. Enjoy them together. In moderation of course. Make up recipes and meals that have their favorite foods included.
My June wellness class is for parents and kids that want ideas and information on how to achieve goals of healthy living. This is a great time to put ideas in front of the kids for the summer. We will be making some great snacks the kids can make themselves, along with learning some outdoor activities that everyone in the house can participate in. Please join us!