June 2007 - Posts
By Kathy Kaehler
Looking for a quick and inexpensive way to get in shape this summer? Set up your own boot camp.
All you need are a bike, some hills, weights, a pool (yours, your neighbors or the local one) and a whole lot of motivation.
Stick to a three-day-a-week camp. Plan to set aside an hour or so for each day, preferably in the morning when the temperature is cool and others are still sleeping.
The camp has three components:
First, bike to a location where you can walk or run up a hill. You can make the bike ride and the hill as long or as short as you like.
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By Kathy Kaehler
Summer is the time for fun in the sun, popsicles, lemonade, sleeping in and hanging out. But overdoing it in the R&R department can add some extra pounds – and make for some bored, crabby kids.
But all moms, dads, grandparents or other caretakers need to keep kids fit and happy is a game plan.
Here’s what I suggest:
Set up a summer activity chart. Have your kids choose from fun activities, such as:
1. Washing the car.
2. Playing Frisbee tag with a sibling.
3. Jumping on a trampoline.
4. Giving the dog a bath.
5. Roller skating.
6. Taking a family walk.
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