While participation in physical activity declines dramatically in the winter, it's important that physical activity be a regular part of family life.
It is a great way to get together as a family and do something positive and healthy for the whole family.
Listen for great ways to help your kids active during the long winter months. A pedometer senses your body motion and counts your footsteps. This count is converted into distance by knowing the length of your usual stride. Wearing a pedometer and recording your daily steps and distance is a great motivating tool
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Keeping Kids Active When it's Cold Outside
Guest
: Tiffany A. Esmat, PhD
From the Show: Train Your Body
Summary: While participation in physical activity declines dramatically in the winter months, we share some great ways to keep the whole family active.
Air Date: 1/8/13
Duration: 10
Host: Melanie Cole, MS
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