Staying active is a lot easier when your whole family is on board. If you’re looking for ways to fit more exercise into your life, get your kids involved! Look for exercise ideas and classes that your whole family can attend, visit your community fitness center, and find outdoor and indoor activities that are fun for all ages. For more family-friendly fitness ideas, Laws of Positive Lifestyle lists a few resources below!

Classes and Groups

Fitness classes serve as a great introduction to new types of exercise like martial arts, karate, yoga, and pilates!

• Martial arts can help your kids maintain a positive attitude.
• There are plenty of affordable classes and lessons in your area, such as at the YMCA.
• You can also try some online fitness classes that are designed for the whole family.

Fun Outdoor Activities

Exercising outdoors provides a double dose of mental and physical benefits. Get out in the sun, soak up some vitamin D, and breathe in the fresh air with your family.

• Walking or biking where you need to go is a great way to make healthier lifestyle choices, even if you’re on a busy schedule.
• Start a garden in the backyard. Gardening Know How explains that gardening is a surprisingly effective workout!
• Play a backyard game like hide and seek or freeze tag.
• Head to a local park and take your kids geocaching.
• And don’t forget your furry family members! Take Fido for walks with a sturdy harness that keeps him safe and comfortable.

Indoor Exercises for Rainy Days

Sometimes the weather is just too unfavorable for outdoor fitness. Keep some indoor activity ideas on hand so your family can stay active all year round!

• Yoga is great for kids and adults—try out these kid-friendly poses to get started.
• Similar to yoga, MomJunction notes that Pilates can help you build muscle and encourage your kids to burn off some of that boundless energy.
• Put on your favorite music and play a game of freeze dance.
• As long as you don’t have downstairs neighbors, try bowling or playing soccer in the hallway.

Keeping your family active is essential for maintaining good mental and physical health in your household. And because there are so many ways to exercise, there’s no reason to sit around in front of the TV when you could be moving. Get your kids up off the couch and have some fun!

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-Written By Anya Willis