Holidays are meant to be fun, but it can be a long break between finishing school and the wait for the new school year to begin.
We hear from our clients all the time about the challenges in keeping their children occupied whilst they are working from home and trying to juggle life during the holiday period. This often means increased screen time and reduced physical activity.
Staying active with the kids during the holidays is important for many reasons, and there are benefits for both you and your kids.
- Staying active promotes physical health
- Healthy habits encourages the development of lifelong healthy habits in children
- Physical activity helps strengthen muscles and improves cardiovascular health for all
- Physical activity helps burn off energy, improving sleep patterns and reducing restlessness
- Improve Mental Well-being
- Physical activity is a great way to reduce stress and improve mood across the family
- Achieving physical activity goals can also boost confidence and self-esteem, reinforcing positive self-image
- Quality Family Time
- Shared physical activities can provide opportunities for connection and bonding, and creates lasting memories
- Activities together fosters improved communication among family members
- Healthy Screen Balance
- Active engagement in physical activities helps to limit sedentary behaviours like excessive screen time
- Outdoor activities expose children to fresh air and sunshine, essential for physical and mental health
- Encourages a Positive Routine
- Creating a routine with physical activity helps provide structure and balance
- This can also help maintain a routine to facilitate the transition back to school
We know it’s not easy juggling work and the pressure to keep your kids active, so here are a few easy ideas that may help keep them busy at home, or that you could do with them during a break:
- Mini work outs such as jumping jacks, squats or push ups to their favourite songs
- Interactive online classes such as virtual dance or online yoga designed for all ages
- Creative indoor activities such as hula hooping & balloon volleyball
- Lunchtime walks or visits to a local park
- Daily challenges such as setting goals for steps or sit ups
- Backyard play on the trampoline, playing races or practicing a sport
- You could even get the kids involved in active chores like vacuuming and gardening
By incorporating these types of activities into your routine, you can ensure that both parents and children stay active, healthy and connected, even during busy work-from-home schedules or relaxing holiday periods.
Families can enjoy a healthier and happier holiday season while instilling valuable habits that benefit long term well-being by staying active and fit together.
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- Precision Physio St Marys: 02 9623 2220
- Precision Physio Concord: 02 9736 3950
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