Did you know
that physically active children have fewer chronic health problems
than kids who are not active? Are your children at risk? They
probably are. According to a variety of health related statistics,
America's youth is in danger. There is a rise in the number
of obese children these days. As many as 40% of kids today have
cardiac risk factors like obesity, high blood pressure, high
cholesterol and inactive lifestyles. The trouble can be traced
right back to a lack of exercise.
Our children
are our most precious assets. How can we sit by and do nothing
when their health is at stake?
We don't
- It's simple, help kids get fit. Get them involved in physical
activity; Introduce them to exercises that are fun. Once your
get kids moving in the direction of fitness, chances are they
will keep going for the rest of their lives.
First, you
begin by exposing them. Children want to be like their parents
and copy what they do - that means you should get involved in
physical activities and set an example for your kids. Concentrate
on the positive aspects of exercise, like family participation,
variety, freedom and fun. Try to avoid activities that promote
competition, embarrassment, discipline and regimentation. Show
kids that being active is fun. Hike, sled, walk, play games,
skate, bicycle, dance, jump rope and participate in organized
sports - instead of doing sit-ups or push-ups. Plan outings
and activities that involve walking, like a trip to the zoo
or the park.
Studies
of adolescents find that 20 minutes of aerobic activity three
times per week has significant positive effects on their health,
and can help control depression and anxiety. Children involved
in fitness related activities show a stronger self-image, along
with more self-confidence, and they demonstrate greater improvement
in skill and health related fitness.
Personal
note:
As an overweight
kid who stuttered, I was transformed by playing basketball and
working out in the basement. I gave up my Twinkies and television
for hoops and weights. As my muscles became bigger, my stutter
became smaller. My confidence grew and my health habits changed
for the rest of my life. There was a definite correlation among
how I looked - how I felt about myself - and how the outside
world perceived me.
I looked
great and I felt great too!
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