The wacky weather this week has reminded us that there are many things in life we can’t control. What we can control are our choices, especially when it comes to our health. For example, we can choose to let the kids be couch potatoes or we can get everyone up and out of the house for a nice family walk around the block. This week’s news links has some ideas on some simple things you can do that have health benefits for you and your family.
Parental enforcement, exercise help kids cut ‘screen time
Cnn.com
Want to cut your kids TV and computer time? Get them moving. According to this study, “Kids who reported physical activity, or being involved on a sports team, were less likely to exceed screen time limits.”
The Girlfriend Ride: A different kind of girls getaway
VisitIndiana.com
This weekend, you and your girls can enjoy a different kind of getaway. Instead of getting a pedicure, go for a bike ride and help raise money for Turning Point Domestic Violence Services.
IUPUI research shows surprising link between physical activity and a clean house
Indystar.com
Who needs Niecy Nash? Apparently, a clean house can be a sign of an active person living inside. Get out that vacuum and burn some calories!
A Wayward Journey
Familyonbikes.org
We’re not suggesting that you need to take family fitness to this extreme, but this is a pretty cool blog about what one family’s journey during their 2.5 years of travel together on their bikes.
Tags: bicycling, cutting screen time, family fitness, health studies
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