Staying at home with your kids offers you a fantastic opportunity to really grow with them. You get the chance to see the stages of development first hand.
It can be without a doubt one of the strongest bonding opportunities of your lifetime. Exercising with your children is going to be a great way to become more active.
The age of your child doesn’t really matter, you can still exercise with them. Infants enjoy any sort of facial expressions.
Why not go out and get yourself a DVD video on bouncing with baby. As your child does their ‘tummy time’ you can do some push ups. They are going to love watching you as you bounce up and down.
Or you can lie on your back and hold your baby in front of you as you do some flutter kicks. This will work your core while working your arms. That’s right, it will be the mommy version of a full body workout!
Obviously as your child grows, you will have more and more opportunities to interact with them.
Chasing your kids around the backyard can really tucker anybody out. Don’t discount this time. You may not be on a treadmill, but those definatly are real calories burning!
You can race them to the park, or jog along side them as they bike. All of these are fantastic opportunities to enjoy your children while increasing your personal fitness level.
Start thinking outside the box as you exercise with your children. Put on a DVD and have your kids follow the moves in a aerobics or basic stretching routine. They will love the interaction and having you with them.
As your children continue to grow, get them involved in sports. Don’t shy away from games you were poor at. Your child might find a real natural ability. Learning a new sport together can show your child the value of exploring new things.
You can go on outings, or simply stay in the comfort of your home while enjoying your children.
Go on an adventure through your neighborhood. Take pictures of the trees and animals around your home. Fan that natural curiosity while being active.
One of the great things about exercising with your children, besides the great health benefits, is you start your children down the road of a lifetime fitness.
As they mature into adults they will appreciate the time you took to make them active and healthy children.
