Health and Fitness
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Are You Taking Care of Their Hearts?
increased activity increases life expectancy and produces many overall physical, psychological, and social benefits. Physical activity can help children and adults with controlling weight, reducing blood pressure, raising good cholesterol, reducing the risk of diabetes and some kinds of cancer, as well as helping children gain self-confidence.
Monkey See, Monkey Do
“I saw my dad do exercises every morning when I was growing up. What do I do for 20 minutes every morning? Exercises. I saw my mom take her thrice weekly walks, and now I choose to walk two miles a day for school instead of taking a taxi. I am thankful that my husband…
Motivating Your Kids to Exercise
Make exercise fun. (Find something active that your child truly enjoys doing —then she will want to do it.) Set a good example. (Show your kids that exercise is an important part of your own life). Exercise with your kids. (The best motivator is getting outside with your kids). Turn off the television. (Or,…
Free and Low Cost Physical Education Resources
Check out these great free and low cost physical fitness resources!
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