It is that time of year again - Christmas! Everyone knows this is the busiest time of the year to purchase gifts for family and loved ones. I posted a blog this time last year about healthy gift ideas. I feel like the topic is worthy to discuss again this year or anytime the Holidays surface.
Children all over the country enjoy playing video games. We know that. We also know that spending over 40 hours a week infront of a screen is taking away from our children being physically active - leading to a rise in obesity levels. If parents can do anything for their children this year it is to replace sedentary gifts with active gifts. For example, purchase games compatible with Microsoft Kinect, Nintendo Wii, Xavix, or a variety of other residential games on the market. Teachers need to educate parents and try to infuence them to make healthier decisions when gift buying. If parents replaced some of the sedentary video games with active games they are already making a conscious, healthy decision for their children and family.
We shouldn't let Christmas be a time to be unhealthy. Get up and move! Use this time to be active together as a family!
