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    The Importance of A Balanced Lifestyle for Your Children

    By Laura CyraDecember 5, 20249 Comments3 Mins Read
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    My kids are my world so their health and happiness come first every day.  That’s why the whole day matters when it comes to finding the right balanced lifestyle.  We are a busy family but we always put our well-being first because if we don’t take care of ourselves we can’t take care of each other.

    Balanced Lifestyle

    The Importance of A Balanced Lifestyle for Your Children

    ParticipACTION has a wealth of information when it comes to the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Children and Youth, aged 5-17, in a fun interactive experience.  By using these 24-Hour Movement Guidelines put forth in the Build Your Best Day platform you’ll have helpful tools to help achieve high levels of physical activity, low levels of sedentary behavior, and sufficient sleep for your children each day.

    The pillars of the 24-Hour Guidelines for Children and Youth include these four movement speeds:

    1. Sweat – getting 60 minutes of heart-pumping physical activity (i.e., moderate to vigorous intensity) each day, including muscle and bone strengthening at least 3 days per week.
    2. Step – multiple hours of light physical activity is significant too, especially when it includes getting fresh air
    3. Sit – try not to spend more than 2 hours a day in recreational screen time or sitting for long periods
    4. Sleep– ending each day with uninterrupted quality sleep is essential. Consistent bed and wake-up times, even on weekends, are essential. A general guideline to follow for recommended sleep is:
      1. Children ages 5-13 need 9-11 hours per night
      2. Children ages 14-17 need 8-10 hours per night
      1. Children ages 5-13 need 9-11 hours per night
      2. Children ages 14-17 need 8-10 hours per night

    Build Healthy Habits With Your Children

    There are many benefits of Building Your Best Day while staying active for at least 60 minutes and limiting sedentary activities.  You and your family can efficiently plan out the best 24 hours for your children, and start making better choices today for a healthier tomorrow.  You’ll notice an improvement in many areas of your life and your children’s including:

    • Health
    • Attention span in school
    • Self-esteem and confidence
    • Happier and healthier lifestyle
    • Maintaining a healthy body weight.

    Finding the perfect balance of Sweat, Step, Sit and Sleep is sometimes challenging but we find a way to make it work.  I recommend downloading the parent resources – they share a wealth of knowledge and include ideas to get out and get active – including running from zombies.  

    Join my family as we get more active in the New Year.

    What activities does your family enjoy outdoors?

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    9 Comments

    1. Monica
      Twitter: OlderMommyStill
      on January 19, 2018 9:52 am

      You are absolutely correct when you say it is all about balance. Screen time is okay in small quantities, but you definitely need to make time for lots of physical activity too!

      Reply
      • Laura Cyra
        Twitter: lcyra
        on January 19, 2018 9:57 am

        I couldn’t agree more!

        Reply
    2. Gingermommy on January 20, 2018 3:24 pm

      We do a lot of walking. hiking and fishing outdoors. I am very happy with how active my children are, even though they do love their screens

      Reply
      • Laura Cyra
        Twitter: lcyra
        on January 22, 2018 10:37 am

        Sounds like your family is able to find a great balance!

        Reply
    3. Denver on January 27, 2018 4:57 am

      Wow nice post,! Thanks for your kind information and provide some good tips about The Importance of A Balanced Lifestyle for Your Children. This site very helpful for every mother, father, and family. If we flow the tips, rules or guidelines then as a human or parents we will be happy our children. Every family or parents have some problem with their married or after married life. we are ready to solve your personal, married or after married life problems.

      Reply
    4. Bernie Wallace on February 3, 2018 5:26 am

      I think lots of parents should read this post. It is important for children to live a balanced lifestyle. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    5. John Smith on February 3, 2018 7:17 pm

      Being on such beautiful snowy paths looks very balanced!

      Reply
    6. stacey on February 7, 2018 10:07 pm

      We like to go for walks together

      Reply
    7. Heaven Kelough on February 7, 2018 10:36 pm

      Thank you for the tips! We like walking and bikes.

      Reply
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