Let’S Move

Tis the season to-get active. Here are a few activities and steps suggested by the government’s “Let’s Move” initiative for active families:

*  Give children toys that encourage physical activity such as balls, kites, and jump ropes.

*  Encourage children to join a sports team or try a new physical activity.

*  Limit TV time and keep the TV out of a child’s bedroom.

*  Allow a safe walk to and from school a few times a week.

*  Walk around the block after a meal.

*  Make a new house rule: no sitting still during TV commercials.

*  Find time to spend together doing  a fun activity: family park day, swim day, or bike day.

*  Issue a family challenge to see who can be the first to achieve a physical activity goal.

*  Encourage schools to hold recess before lunch to increase physical activity before mealtime.

*  Volunteer to help with after-school physical activity programs or sports teams.