Fitness: Staying active when you have young children
Why is it important to you to be active?
Your reason for wanting to be active is really important. It has to be your reason, not someone else's, or you're not likely to have success.
If you are the parent of a young child, your reasons may include one or more of the following:
- You want to stay as healthy as possible so that you will be around for your children as they grow and become adults.
- You want to have the energy to join your children in their activities.
- You want to be a good role model for your children, so that they grow up knowing the importance of being active.
- You have certain health problems, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol, that can be improved with physical activity.
- You want to be able to join your spouse or friends in their activities or just do something for yourself.
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| Author: | Cynthia Tank | Last Updated: August 26, 2008 |
| Medical Review: |
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Heather Chambliss, PhD - Exercise Science/Weight Management |
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