Building Strong Minds and Bodies

Welcome to our kids' fitness newsletter. Every week, we help parents make healthy choices for their kids with quick tips about diet and exercise, all in under 5 minutes. Children fitness trainers are here to distill tried and true advice while simplifying the latest research. Be sure to subscribe now to stay up to date.

• 🍎 Nutrition: Building Strong Foundations

• 🧠 Healthy Minds: Nurturing Mental Well-being

• 🏃‍♂️ Fitness: Encouraging Active Lifestyles

• 📅 Upcoming Events

Fitness

🏃‍♂️ Encouraging Active Lifestyles

"Children and teens aren't doing enough physical activity"

A recent study highlights that 81% of adolescents worldwide aged 11–17 were considered physically inactive in 2016, with the pandemic exacerbating this issue. The study emphasizes the importance of regular physical activity for children's physical and mental health.

Key Takeaways:

• Set Daily Activity Goals: Encourage at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day to promote overall health.

• Incorporate Fun Activities: Engage children in enjoyable physical activities like biking, dancing, or obstacle courses to make exercise a fun part of their routine.

• Limit Sedentary Time: Reduce screen time and encourage active play to combat sedentary behaviors.

Fitwize Tip: Plan family outings that involve physical activity, such as field trips or playing a sport together, to model and encourage an active lifestyle.

Nutrition

🍎 Building Strong Foundations

"Ways that you're making your kids fat without knowing it - and the 'secret danger' in their breakfast"

There are common habits that may unintentionally contribute to childhood obesity, such as high sugar intake from fruit juices and excessive screen time during meals. Here are a few practical tips for promoting healthier eating with your children.

• Choose Whole Fruits Over Juices: Whole fruits provide essential fiber and nutrients without the added sugars found in many fruit juices.

• Create Screen-Free Mealtimes: Encourage mindful eating by keeping mealtimes free from screens, allowing children to focus on their food and family interactions.

• Use Non-Food Rewards: Instead of offering sweets as rewards, consider alternatives like extra playtime or a fun outing to promote a healthy relationship with food.

👉10 Ways to Reduce Screen Time

Fitwize Tip: Incorporate a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables into your child's meals to make them visually appealing and nutritionally diverse.

Mental Health

🧠 Nurturing Mental Well-being

"How strict should parents be with their kids about Halloween candy consumption? An expert weighs in"

Psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler advises parents to adopt a balanced approach to managing children's candy intake during Halloween, emphasizing moderation to prevent fostering unhealthy relationships with food. Halloween may be over these is advice that can help your family all year round.

Key Takeaways:

• Practice Moderation: Allow children to enjoy treats in moderation to prevent feelings of deprivation and promote a healthy relationship with food.

• Focus on Overall Health: Emphasize the importance of balanced nutrition and physical activity rather than restricting specific foods.

• Encourage Mindful Eating: Teach children to listen to their body's hunger and fullness cues to develop self-regulation skills.

Fitwize Tip: Engage your child in conversations about how different foods make them feel, fostering awareness and mindful eating habits.

Fitwize News

Upcoming Events

📆Upcoming Events

• Schools Out 1 Day Camp (11/11/24)

• NERF Kid's Night Out (11/16/24)

• Schools Out Thanksgiving Break November 25th-27th

• Schools Out Thanksgiving Camp November 25th-27nd

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