Children need a good outlet for their energy. Pediatricians recommend that children get 60 minutes of vigorous activity every day. Fortunately, there are ways you can keep them healthy and active while staying safe during the pandemic. We’ve gathered together a few resources we think will help:
The In-Home Studio
If you’re looking for a project to keep your family active, why not create an in-home exercise studio?
- You can create a designated space for your child to continue their martial arts practice.
- It doesn’t just have to be for your kids: You can also use the space for yoga, weightlifting, cardio, and other fitness-related activities.
- Consider soundproofing the space so you and your kids can exercise as loudly as you like without disturbing other members of the house.
- These investments won’t just improve your experience at home — they can also increase your property value.
Safe Exercise
Spending some time outside your home can be safe and truly vital for your family’s well being.
- Even if you make a space to work out indoors, sunshine and fresh air remain important for your family’s physical and mental health.
- Aerobic exercises like cycling and swimming are ideal for regulating blood sugar.
- A stroll around the neighborhood is a good way to get everyone moving, so consider using a scavenger hunt to get younger children more interested in the walk.
- Hiking at a local park is a great way to fight cabin fever while staying safe.
General Health Tips
As our routines get turned upside down, some of our healthy habits might fall to the wayside. Here are some reminders to get you on track.
- Come up with healthy, shelf-stable snacks your family can use to effectively and healthily refuel throughout the day.
- Make sure everyone is drinking enough water and staying properly hydrated.
- Stick to a bedtime and wake up schedule, even if school is out; a regular sleep schedule keeps your family’s body running at its best.
Keeping your family healthy during the pandemic is your top priority, but remember that the virus isn’t the only risk to your health. Don’t let this change in routine throw your family’s healthiest habits out of whack. Finding ways to keep on track with exercise, nutrition, and mental health will ensure your family feels their best.
Stay on top of your health with the help of Jones Family Chiropractic. Call us for more details or to schedule an appointment at (252) 335-2225.
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Guest blogger: Charlene Roth is a stay-at-home mom of four wonderful kids. She has always been putting extra efforts into making their home a happy home and her kids, well-adjusted in the community. As she has worries every parent would have, she has put together her website safetykid.info in order to get the information out there to make sure our communities are safe for kids and families.
