It's easy to set up a routine for stuff we have to do...like brush our teeth, go to bed, eat, school, work, etc. But exercising might not be an embedded routine, especially in your kids. Your kids might be running around and getting their heart rate up, but there is more to fitness than just exercising your heart. There are 5 components to fitness:
1. Cardiovascular endurance
2. Muscular strength
3. Muscular endurance
4. Flexibility
5. Body composition
Now, you might be asking yourself...how do I hit all 5 of these everyday? Well, luckily you can take it one day at a time. I'll be sharing some information about each of these components, and what your child will need to be in the healthy fitness zone for each component.
To get started, here are some questions to ask yourself:
1. How much time do I have to dedicate to PE every day/week?
2. What are my resources? Do I have a gym membership, a field to play on, a playground, etc.
3. What ages/skill level do I have? What activities are appropriate for this level?
4. What equipment do I have? Can I spend any money on new equipment?
5. What activities/sports does my child enjoy? What would I enjoy teaching?
As you answer some of these questions you'll be able to see more clearly what you need to do to get started. After answering a few of these essential questions, plan a time during the week to dedicate yourself and your family to exercise and wellness. Research shows that exercising in the morning before school can actually help kids do better in school. It gets their blood pumping to their body and their brain is ready to learn. You'll be amazed just what you can accomplish together! Plus, if you're in on the fun with your child/ren, you just might be getting results that you need, too!
1. Cardiovascular endurance
2. Muscular strength
3. Muscular endurance
4. Flexibility
5. Body composition
Now, you might be asking yourself...how do I hit all 5 of these everyday? Well, luckily you can take it one day at a time. I'll be sharing some information about each of these components, and what your child will need to be in the healthy fitness zone for each component.
To get started, here are some questions to ask yourself:
1. How much time do I have to dedicate to PE every day/week?
2. What are my resources? Do I have a gym membership, a field to play on, a playground, etc.
3. What ages/skill level do I have? What activities are appropriate for this level?
4. What equipment do I have? Can I spend any money on new equipment?
5. What activities/sports does my child enjoy? What would I enjoy teaching?
As you answer some of these questions you'll be able to see more clearly what you need to do to get started. After answering a few of these essential questions, plan a time during the week to dedicate yourself and your family to exercise and wellness. Research shows that exercising in the morning before school can actually help kids do better in school. It gets their blood pumping to their body and their brain is ready to learn. You'll be amazed just what you can accomplish together! Plus, if you're in on the fun with your child/ren, you just might be getting results that you need, too!
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