Family-Friendly Fitness Tips for the Pandemic and Beyond
This post was written by our guest blogger, Anya Willis of FitKids. More info below.
How is your family holding up? The pandemic is taking its toll in a wide variety of ways, even beyond the actual virus. Mentally and physically, the strain of seeing our usual lifestyle end and adjusting to a new normal has been tough on everyone. However, it’s important to maintain an exercise program through it all, especially if you’re still hesitant to return to the gym. To help your family, we put together some resources with a little something for everyone.
Establish a Space
Nobody in your family will exercise if there isn’t a good spot to do so. Whether it’s stretching out for yoga or keeping up the kids’ dance routine, even if you just have a few square feet to spare you can squeeze in a good workout.
Note even a small home can include a workout area.
Ample space? Contemplate dream home gym ideas.
Learn about some must-have yoga accessories.
Practicing yoga can reduce stress and bring you spiritual fulfillment.
Remove clutter and let in natural light to reduce stress.
Just for You
Once you have your space set up, it’s time to use it! Whether it’s through virtual training at your favorite yoga studio or trying out different online workouts, there are plenty of options.
Consider online HIIT workouts to get your heart rate up and your blood pumping.
Keep your workouts different by adding strength training to your fitness to-do list.
Find ways to keep the whole family motivated.
Engage Your Youngsters
Kids usually have an abundance of energy, but they also tend to gravitate toward electronics, which leads to sedentary behavior. Here are some great ways to get your kids engaged in a fitness routine right at home.
Blend their interest in electronics and their need for fitness with family-friendly workouts.
Another idea is to give your kids video games that keep them moving.
Speaking of games, you can set some up in the backyard for a little friendly competition.
Yoga Journal notes you can even enjoy some family yoga in the backyard.
Don’t forget about traditional solutions like biking around your neighborhood.
Get Out and Go
There are still opportunities to exercise farther from home. Think about ways you and your family can break up the “same old” and make the most of the new normal.
Acknowledge your barriers and goals.
Head to a nearby batting cage.
Consider hitting the trails.
Many watersports are social distancing-friendly.
Apps boost motivation, whatever you and the kids do.
Even with restrictions lifted in many areas, some of us are still uncomfortable returning to in-person workouts. There will come a time when you are able to return, but in the meantime, make sure you and yours can make fitness part of your self-care plan with these helpful resources.
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Anya Willis https://fitkids.info/about-anya/