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It’s Your Life Magazine
Allow Time for Rest
Between demanding sports, study & social schedules, many kids are not getting the rest that they
need. Rest is a key component to health, and a lack of it can lead to fatigue and burnout. While it may
be challenging (especially for parents of busy teenagers!) try to ensure that your kids are taking a rest
day from exercise each week, and getting enough sleep at night.
Focus on Nutrition and Hydration
Our bodies need appropriate fuel to perform at a high level. Hydration and nutrition both play a key role
in athletic performance. Encourage kids to eat a healthy snack 30 minutes to an hour before exercising,
and drink plenty of fluids during and after. They may also want to eat a protein rich snack after practice
to help aid in muscle recovery.
Enforce the Use of Protective Gear
I think we can all remember being young, and feeling invincible at times. Encourage your child to wear
appropriate protective gear at all times, even when they feel it isn’t necessary. Also, be sure to check
often to make sure the gear still fits properly. A single growth spurt can alter the way gear fits, thereby
reducing its effectiveness.
With the right precautions in place kids can enjoy sports, while reducing their risk of injury. Let’s all do
our best to ensure that sports remains a safe outlet for our children.
Aimee Shilling is a pastor’s wife and mom of 4 amazing kids ages 3-10.
She is working towards a goal of running 40 marathons or ultramarathons
before her 40th birthday. She blogs at Forty by Forty Fitness about her
goal, training and nutrition tips, and fitness inspiration.
http://www.fortybyfortyfitness.com
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Isssue 3
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15 One Minute
Health Boosters
Nancy Andres
Do you want to improve your
health, but lack ideas and
motivation?
Perhaps you
feel sluggish
and want to
restore your
enthusiasm for
daily living.
Try out these 1 minute health boosters
and see how little time and effort it
takes to learn new methods for selfcare.
2015
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