March 20,2013-Playing with kids can be one of the most enjoyable experiences ever.
It helps parents and kids stay in shape and keeps them bonded. It’s also evident that both parents and kids stick to an exercise regimen or activity much more when they do it together. If structured exercises seem boring for your kids, go ahead and play with them regularly. This will help them stay healthy and fit, go a long way in managing their weight and keep them happy. Here are some that offer super benefits.
Racquet sports: Moderate to high-intensity sports like badminton or tennis give you agility as well as help burn calories. They work both anaerobic and aerobic pathways and are a great way to stay slim and strong. Both also help gain a better sense of balance and proprioception (a sharper sense of body position).
Frisbee: A popular sport amongst all age groups, playing with a frisbee involves movement in all planes (front and back, side to side and rotational). Plus the frequent sprinting, jumping and catching involves lunging, squatting and bending, making us functionally fit and flexible. The jumps also imitate plyometric exercises (these involve quick movements designed to increase speed) and are a good way to develop power.
Cycling: Outdoor cycling is a great way to spend quality time with the kids while staying fit. You can also plan family outings on the weekends around this sport. Bike through a difficult terrain and relax with a family picnic afterwards. Cycling builds cardiovascular endurance and strengthens the muscles of the lower body. You can also enjoy swimming and skating. Kids love challenges, build it into the activity, and see their fitness levels-soaring.
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