{"id":7759,"date":"2014-07-22T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2014-07-22T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/active-weekend-ideas-for-families\/"},"modified":"2014-07-22T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2014-07-22T00:00:00","slug":"active-weekend-ideas-for-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/es\/active-weekend-ideas-for-families\/","title":{"rendered":"Active Weekend Ideas for Families"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Children learn their most impactful lessons at home. The examples parents set have a greater effect on the choices children later make than any other outside force. Parents can teach wholesome cooking, eating, and fitness lessons through conversation, but it is better understood through practice.<\/p>\n<p>The work week is busy, especially if parents work outside the home. When the weekend rolls around, though, there are plenty of opportunities for families to get out of the house and work up a healthy sweat. Take a look at some ideas for making active weekend family plans:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/PE-Weekend-FB.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4359\" src=\"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/PE-Weekend-FB.jpg\" alt=\"PE Weekend FB\" width=\"625\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/PE-Weekend-FB.jpg 689w, https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/PE-Weekend-FB-300x223.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visit a park.<\/strong>\u00a0Enjoy being outside while providing an active place for your kids to roam freely. Set a good example by pushing your kids on the swings, climbing with them on the jungle gym and racing them from tree to tree. If you visit a park with no playground equipment, bring along a ball or Frisbee or simply let your children\u2019s imagination create the fun. The sunshine and fresh air will enhance their mood and the open space provides limitless opportunities for play.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plan a play date.<\/strong>\u00a0Reach out to other families in your neighborhood, church, office, or children\u2019s schools and plan weekend get-togethers. You can take turns hosting each other at your homes, or come up with a fun spot to meet. This provides your kids with the excitement of a playmate while giving you an outlet for adult interaction. This is also a great way to form strong bonds with other families in your social circles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Go for a walk.<\/strong>\u00a0You do not have to seek out a specific walking or hiking trail to have a good time strolling. Simply take a walk around your neighborhood with your kids. Point out fun features on other homes, or create a game where your children have to count how many animals they spot on the adventure. If you have kids that are too young to walk, consider\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/thebabywearingworkout.com\/\">baby wearing to add a workout<\/a>\u00a0element for yourself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spruce up your yard.<\/strong>\u00a0Make landscaping chores fun by getting your kids involved in the action. Weed flowerbeds, pick up branches and rearrange patio furniture (safely!) with your little ones. It will improve the curb appeal of your home and give the entire family a good reason to work up a good sweat too.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jump in the water.<\/strong>\u00a0If you live near a beach, pack up your gear for a good time in the waves. If you are far from any significant body of water, visit a local pool. Kids of all ages love swimming and it is a great way to exercise while having fun. There are so many outlets for imaginative play in the water, providing a collaborative opportunity for parents and kids. Whether learning how to dive, fetching items from the bottom of the pool, or pretending to be a mermaid, swimming is always a good time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stop by the library.<\/strong>\u00a0Believe it or not, visiting your local library can be a very active experience. On the weekends, many libraries have special events that are designed to get families involved and active. Libraries are also frontrunners in the children\u2019s fitness movement and often provide free or low-cost group exercise classes designed for kids. Take a look online at the offerings of your local library and then make it a weekend activity staple.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shop.<\/strong>\u00a0Ditch the stroller and keep your kids out of the shopping cart when you pay a visit to your neighborhood grocery, home improvement, or department store. Remember that these stores are not always designed to be kid-friendly, so you will have to keep an extra eye on your children. It\u2019ll take a bit longer, but giving your kids a taste of independence and getting those little legs moving is great for them now and in the long term as well.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Outdoor concerts and events.<\/strong>\u00a0Find out if there will be any local music events, festivals, or fairs appropriate for children. Often, admission to these events is inexpensive or free and it provides a fun setting for kids.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Just dance.<\/strong>\u00a0If your weekend plans get rained on, crank up your favorite tunes and declare a family dance party in the living room. Let everyone have a turn picking out the music and then dance until everyone is out of breath and sweating. Tell your kids how old you were when you liked a particular song that plays and ask them for their favorites. This simple form of family bonding can be planned at a moment\u2019s notice and is sure to stand out in your children\u2019s memories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While weekends are a time for relaxation and rejuvenation, they also provide the perfect opportunity for lessons in physical fitness. Setting the standard for physical activity early in their lives will benefit your children into adulthood. By incorporating active plans into your weekends, your kids will have the advantage of heightened fitness\u2014and so will you!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/\"><em>SPARK<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0is a research-based organization that provides award-winning, evidence-based programs for <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/physical-education\/\"><em>Physical Education<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0(K-12),\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/after-school\/\"><em>After School<\/em><\/a><em>,\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/early-childhood\/\"><em>Early Childhood<\/em><\/a><em>, and\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/coordinated-school-health\/\"><em>Coordinated School Health<\/em><\/a><em>.\u00a0Since 1989, SPARK has provided curriculum, training, and consultation to over 100,000 teachers and youth leaders worldwide. Visit\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/\"><em>www.sparkpe.org<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0to download\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/physical-education\/3-6\/curriculum\/table-of-contents\/\"><em>sample lesson plans<\/em><\/a><em>, find\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sparkpe.org\/grants\/grantfunding-resources\/\"><em>grant opportunities<\/em><\/a><em>, and register for free educational webinars and monthly eNewsletters.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>If you want to read more about getting active with your family take a look at some of these Together Counts articles:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/memories-are-made-in-the-backyard\/\">Memories Are Made In The Backyard<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/walking-with-friends\/\">Walking with Friends<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/moving-to-music-making-exercise-fun\/\">Moving to Music: Making Exercise Fun!<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Children learn their most impactful lessons at home. 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