(9/2022) The start of school, sports practice, band practice and the many other demands that come with the fall and winter can put a strain on your time but please be sure to find some time for yourself. Each year seems to bring a new challenge. The kids are older and more independent, you may have more responsibilities, or a change in someone's health may require looking for an activity that everyone can participate in and enjoys. Finding something that the kids will enjoy along with you will give them a chance to burn their extra energy and will help you find some extra energy from your workout.

Getting back into doing homework and having everyone ready for bed by a certain time puts a strain on time in the evening but finding at least 30 minutes for exercise will be so beneficial. You can even do 10 minute segments of dancing with the kids or whatever gets you moving. Taking a family walk in the evenings or on the weekend will give you a chance to connect with your children on what’s happening with in their lives. Having a break between school and doing homework may help reset your child’s mind and may just be the key to getting their work done a little easier. They sit in school all day and really need to move around and get ready for the evening.

Exercise can bring a family closer together. You can do anything from playing ball, taking a walk, bike or horseback riding, or any activity that gets you moving and gets your heart rate up for a period of time. Maybe if each person gets a turn to pick their favorite exercise on a day of the week the kids may be more interested in participating. You don’t have to have a planned exercise for each day just enjoy the moment and sometimes you even need to take a night off and relax. The winter months are sometimes hard to get motivated but the benefits of doing something will pay off big time. School’s started and you should start doing something to improve your health and have fun with your family and friends. Fall is a beautiful time to be outside. Plan a trip for the day or just go out to look at the leaves. Take advantage of the snow and make a game of shoveling then reward yourself with sledding and all that work will become fun.

A new routine for the winter will hopefully include some time for you and for the family to get some physical activity for a sound mind and body. Fall and winter are coming so we may as well find a way to enjoy them. If you have any questions, give me a call at 717-334-6009 and I will help get you started. Remember, keep mopving, You’ll be glad you did!