{"id":14889,"date":"2024-07-10T23:40:49","date_gmt":"2024-07-10T23:40:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/youmustgethealthy.com\/?p=14889"},"modified":"2024-07-11T15:51:43","modified_gmt":"2024-07-11T15:51:43","slug":"how-encourage-teenagers-more-active","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/youmustgethealthy.com\/how-encourage-teenagers-more-active\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Encourage Teenagers to be More Active"},"content":{"rendered":"

Regular physical activity provides many health benefits for<\/span> teenagers. Being active can help teens<\/a> maintain a healthy weight, strengthen their bones and muscles, improve sleep<\/a>, reduce stress, and boost self-esteem. <\/span><\/p>\n

Physical activity also gives teenagers an outlet for energy<\/a> and social interaction with peers. <\/span><\/p>\n

With UK teenagers spending over <\/span>seven hours per day<\/span><\/a> in front of screens, encouraging more activity <\/span>is vital for their physical and mental wellbeing.<\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make Exercise Fun<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

The key to getting teens moving is making exercise enjoyable. Team sports allow teenagers you are fostering with <\/span>Orange Grove Foster Care<\/span><\/a> to socialize and have fun with friends while being active. Sports like football<\/a>, basketball, hockey, netball and rugby are great options. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can also look for recreational leagues in your community that welcome teenagers. <\/span><\/p>\n

If your teen isn’t into competitive sports, suggest going for a bike ride, hiking, swimming<\/a>, or dancing with friends instead. Getting a dog that needs walking can also motivate your teen to move more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lead By Example<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Teenagers are more likely to be active if they see their parents exercising regularly. Go for evening walks<\/a> together as a family, or sign up for an <\/span>exercise class<\/span><\/a> you can attend with your teen. <\/span><\/p>\n

Ask your teen to show you workout routines they enjoy, like yoga, circuits, or dance videos. <\/span><\/p>\n

Being active together strengthens your bond while setting a great example. Praise your teen when you notice them making an effort to exercise more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Offer Rewards\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Providing small rewards can give teens an incentive to participate in physical activities. <\/span><\/p>\n

Offer to pay your teen if they walk the dog <\/span>a certain number of<\/span> times per week. After a sports game or dance class, stop for a smoothie or milkshake on the way home. <\/span><\/p>\n

Let your teen invite a friend <\/span>over<\/span> after completing a workout video with you. Teenagers respond well to small treats that reinforce healthy behaviors.<\/span><\/p>\n

Reduce Screen Time<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Excessive screen time is a <\/span>major<\/span> barrier to exercise for today’s teens. Institute limits on recreational screen time to help make room for physical activity. <\/span><\/p>\n

No phones or tablets should be allowed during meals, and the aim should be to have no more than 2 hours per day of non-school-related screen time. <\/span><\/p>\n

Charge all devices outside the bedroom overnight to avoid late-night social media<\/a> and gaming habits. Schedule a daily screen-free time when your teen can read, play sports<\/a> outside, or engage in hobbies.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"How<\/p>\n

Encourage Active Transport<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Rather than driving your teen everywhere, suggest walking, cycling, or public transport to places like schools, friends’ houses, and shops. <\/span><\/p>\n

This<\/span> builds physical activity into your teen’s daily routine. Offer to pay for an annual bus pass to make public transport affordable.<\/span><\/p>\n

Provide your teen with a bicycle and safety gear to empower independent, active travel. Let friends know your teen is happy to walk or cycle to social engagements.<\/span><\/p>\n

Focus on Enjoyment, Variety and Consistency<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

The most <\/span>important<\/span> factors when encouraging teenagers to exercise are enjoyment, variety, and consistency. Help your teen find activities they genuinely enjoy rather than rigidly forcing participation. <\/span><\/p>\n

Introduce new and fun forms of exercise regularly to keep them engaged. Aim to build physical activity into their daily or weekly schedule, so it becomes <\/span>a normal<\/span> habit.<\/span><\/p>\n

With patience and positivity, you can set your teenager up for a lifetime of healthy physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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