WANT EVEN MORE HEALTHY IDEAS FROM SHAPE YOUR FUTURE?
Staying active in the winter requires a little creativity. The shorter days and colder weather just add another layer. However, daily physical activity is essential for good health … and it’s never been more important. It strengthens your immune system, so you’re less likely to get sick. It helps you maintain a healthy weight, and it even helps reduce anxiety and depression. So don’t give physical activity the cold shoulder this winter. Brrr-ing on the family fun with these 6 safe, totally free winter activities.
Play Catch
This year, tackle a new fitness goal (but not each other). Play a game of catch with a baseball, football or frisbee! Get the whole family involved — and invite a small group of friends and neighbors, too. Hydrate with plenty of healthy, refreshing water after the game!
Play in the Snow
When the snowflakes fall, hop up and get outside! Build a snowman or a snow fort — or find a hill and go sledding. By getting 60 minutes of physical activity every day, your family’s health will snowball into a brighter, happier future.
Dance Party
If it’s cold out, move in! Warm up this winter by turning up some music and dancing. Put your right foot in, take your right foot out, start a conga line or twist and shout. Just be sure your kids move for at least 60 minutes each day.
Noodle Tag
If you’ve ever wished you had an arm with super reach, today’s your lucky day! Play a game of freeze tag — no physical contact required. Instead of tagging other participants with your hands, use soft, bendy pool noodles instead.
Rearrange the Furniture
Liven up your living room for an easy indoor exercise. Have your kids move end tables and chairs — or help them find a new space for the couch. Rearranging is an easy way to work your muscles, and it can bring new life to your home — especially if you’re inside more than usual. Plus, it’s a chance to finally clean underneath all those heavy items!
Indoor Obstacle Course
While you’re rearranging the furniture, set up an obstacle course! Line up a row of chairs for your kids to crawl under, set out couch cushions to jump on or tape yarn in between hallways and have them ninja their way through! It’s a fun idea to keep the whole family’s health on course!
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