Physical Activity for Families

Kids and parents who are physically active tend to be healthier and happier. Physical activity is good for our bodies. It builds self-esteem. And when families are active together it helps build relationships, too.

As a parent, you are the role model -- your children will pick up on your exercise and activity habits. So play in the back yard or a nearby park. Go for a hike. Shoot some hoops. Play road hockey. Explore your neighbourhood. Cycle, scoot or skateboard. The choices are limited only by your imagination.

For more ideas, click the links below. And help your kids form positive habits that will last them – and help keep them healthy – for a lifetime.

Links:

Active Communities

Canada's Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living (PDF)

Action Schools! BC

British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association

• Move for Health Day
  Since 2002, the World Health Organization has promoted Move for Health Day (May 10th) as a global day of physical activity.
• SummerActive
  A national community mobilization initiative designed to help Canadians improve their health through active living.
• Everybody Gets to Play
  A program focused on ensuring that economically disadvantaged children and families have access to quality leisure experiences.

Active Healthy Kids Canada

Canadian Health Network

HASTE BC