Get active

Health Tips

Health Tips

• Keep yourself motivated by writing out your goals and sticking them in a place where you can’t ignore them – like the fridge.
• Get your kids in the kitchen. Try easy recipes such as healthy pizzas and freshly made smoothies.
• Be a role model for your kids. Get them into healthy habits at a young age and they will stay with them through life.
• Make daily walks an enjoyable experience by taking the scenic route over the quickest one.
• Too cold for outdoor exercise? Games like Twister and charades boost your kids’ confidence and beat sitting in front of the TV.
• Recruit a fitness buddy to keep it fun and help you stay motivated.
• Action-packed holidays provide excellent fun-filled time together as a family while exercising and learning a new skill.
• Too tired to exercise? Force yourself to put your trainers on and 9 out of 10 times you’ll be glad you did.
• Don’t underestimate the power of rewards. Promise yourself something ¬– a dinner out, a new pair of shoes or a good book – for attaining your goals.
• Get your kids excited about sport by taking them to see some live sport at your local footie or basketball club.
• Each week, try a new fruit or vegetable, such as papaya or aubergine. Get the kids involved by taking them shopping with you.
• If your bike has seen better days Tesco have got some great offers throughout April, visit www.tesco.com for your nearest Extra store.
• Sit around the table for your evening meal. It’s a great way to bond as a family and can give you a chance to chat about the week’s activities.
• Avoid skipping meals. This leads to low blood sugar levels, which can cause sudden hunger pangs.
• Keep a bowl of fruit on your desk at work or on the kitchen counter so that you always have something healthy to snack on.
• Got 10 minutes to spare? Grab a skipping rope and skip your way to better health.
• Surround yourself with other fit and active people. Swap tips and be inspired by each other’s success.
• Not everyone in your family will like the same activities, so it’s important to let your kids choose the right sport for them.