#active parents

[storkified-blog]

Convert Jogging Stroller to Bike Trailer – Storkified

There's a way to convert jogging stroller to bike trailer, but is it worth doing? You'll find an overview of steps here including other alternatives too.

[signourneybooks]

TTT #94 - Things I Wish to See More in Books

TTT #94 – Things I Wish to See More in Books

Do you ever read a book and think with an element of the book that you wished to see more of that in other books? Yeah, you are not alone. Some things just tick with you, that will always work for you. And some things we just don’t see enough of in books. Certain tropes do often come back within books. So there is no wonder we want to see less of those and more of these other things. This prompt…

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Toddler Needs Lightweight Stroller for Active Parents

If you'll use a stroller mainly for quick errands, you can probably get away with a simple car seat stroller frame for younger babies and a lightweight stroller for older ones. You may end up with several strollers in your closet or garage as your child grows and your needs change!

Active moms and dads who want to bring their baby along when running or hiking will want a rugged jogging stroller. If you like to power walk or even run while pushing your toddler in the stroller, the best option for you is a three-wheeled jogging stroller.

This type of stroller has inflatable tires, good suspension, shock absorbers and safety features like hand brakes and a wrist strap. The safety of your toddler and ease of use for you are your top priorities if you're going to be pounding the sidewalks together. Expect to pay between $100 and $500 for a jogging stroller for a toddler, says Murkoff, and it's worth paying as much as you can afford for better quality and greater comfort.

[humanavitality]

3 Ways to get Healthier With Your Kids

As a parent, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with advice on how to help your kids eat healthier and stay active. Instead of leaving your kids to play alone or with a friend, why not join in on the fun? Plus, if you’re trying to get more active and eat healthier yourself, you’ll enjoy the benefits, too!  Have fun and get healthier with your kids with these 3 simple tips:

Cook Together: Start to finish - Instead of calling “dinner’s ready!” to your kids, make it a priority to cook with your kids at least one night a week. Start by venturing to the local Farmers’ Market together where you can pick out fresh, healthy vegetables. After picking out ingredients, let your children help you prepare dinner (with supervision, of course!) using low-calorie cooking techniques.  When cooking together is a habit, invest even more by gardening together and cooking homegrown produce.

"Coach Mom" or "Coach Dad": Jump in your child’s sports league - You may have enrolled your kids in a variety of sports leagues in your community, but have you thought to participate along with them? By coaching your children’s sports leagues, you can spend more time with your kids, and exercise by running sprints and stretching together.  As a coach you can also incorporate healthy eating in your team’s habits. Skip trips to the local ice cream stand after a winning game and celebrate with fresh fruit and low-sugar whipped cream instead.

Race for a Cause: Get moving and give back - Signing up for a race with your family is a great way to get everyone active together. You don’t need to be a runner to join in the fun, as walking with your kids is still a healthy activity.  As a family, you can challenge one another to reach individual goals or stay together as a team. Race for a cause and show your kids how important it is to give back to your community, stay active, and get educated on disease prevention.

Have other tips for healthy family living? Tell us how you stay active with your kids below in the comments!

HumanaVitality is not an insurance product. This material is intended for informational use only and should not be construed as medical advice or used in place of consulting a licensed medical professional. You should consult with your doctor before starting an exercise routine.

[parentingtoolbox]

Parenting affects kids’ activity level

A new study from researchers at Oregon State University showed that parenting plays a major role in how active young children are. Parenting was found to be a bigger factor than high-tech gadgets or TV. In general, the researchers discovered that kids age 2 to 4 spent four to five hours a day doing sedentary activity — not including naps and meal times.

The researchers found that kids with parents who tended to spend less time with them and who weren’t home often, ended up spending 30 more minutes each day on screen time than kids with more engaged parents.

In a separate study, the researchers also found that parents could increase activity through encouragement. Parents who actively played with their kids had the largest impact, but the study showed parents who watched their children play or who offered transportation to an activity also contributed to increased activity.

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Ron Responds: Ouch, guilt time! How much time do you spend with your children every day?