Give your kids a better start to life

A recent study published in the Los Angeles Times has shown that physical fitness has produced improved learning in children.

http://www.latimes.com/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-physically-fit-kids-learn-better-memory-20130911,0,6326552.story

So how can you help improve the fitness of your kids?

  • Role model physical activity – show your kids you exercise regularly and that it’s important
  • Participate in physical activity as a family activity – go for a bike ride , kick the footy in the park or walk together
  • Encourage your kids to get involved in school sporting teams
  • Let your kids hear you talk about the importance of ‘being healthy’ and use this to explain lifestyle choices your family makes
  • Set a limit for ‘screen’ time – minimise the amount of time they spend sitting

-Kristin Lewis