fitness night instead of the traditional family movie night or plant a family herb and vegetable garden. Schedule a family date and go skating, kayaking, or hiking.
Remember to choose things the whole family will enjoy. The more the family likes an activity, the more likely they are to do it.
Be flexible with your plan. For instance, if it is freezing out you might not want to choose outdoor activities.
Have a backup plan. Walk around an indoor track or make it a family dance night. Turn on the music and have some fun.
Sign up for a family walk or run this Spring and map out a family training plan that will ensure everyone crosses the finish line!
Making physical activity a part of you and your family’s lifestyle will increase the chances your children will remain physically active as adults. Remember, diabetes doesn’t have to be your destiny. You can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes in your family by healthy eating, regular physical activities, and a healthy lifestyle.
Constance Brown-Riggs, is a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, national speaker and author of the Diabetes Guide to Enjoying Foods of the World, a convenient guide to help people with diabetes enjoy all the flavors of the world while still following a healthy meal plan. Follow Constance on social media @eatingsoulfully