With playground, community centres and sport programs closed, many families’ physical activity level may be drastically reduced.  It is crucial that we stay motivated and make exercise a family bonding time, and be physically active.

Find something to do that is socially distance appropriate that everyone in the family can enjoy.  It can be as simple and affordable as hiking, walking, or running.  Other activities include biking, rollerblading, dancing, stretching and yoga.   We can also be creative and incorporate physical activities in games, such as DIY obstacle course, playing with bubbles,skipping ropes or hula hoops.

While outdoor, encourage children to respect and appreciate nature. Play a game of count how many fire hydrants or squirrels they see, identify the birds or other wild animals in the nature; Look for and try to identify numbers and letters on traffic signs, street name signs or car license plate.

Keep in mind health and safety by always make sure that you and your children are protected from the hot sun by putting on sunscreen regularly, stay in shaded areas as much as possible, and limit the amount of outdoor time to avoid heat stroke.  Lastly, remember to warm up before exercising to minimize potential muscle strain and encourage children to drink water throughout the day to stay hydrated.  Keep fit and have fun.