LowCarbDirect.net Issue 03

Issue 3 - October 2016 - LowcarbDirect Directory | 17
instilled as the family will train together even when you might not feel
like training; concentration levels will improve; immune systems will get
stronger; you will be more healthy as a family physically, emotionally and
intellectually; and your family bond will get stronger as you continue training
together as a family.
Great exercises to do are all different variations of squats, lunges, pushups,
pull ups, burpees, step ups, planks and mountain climbers and some
shuttle sprints and jumping jacks. Keep the workouts varied, involve your
environment, use the grass, sand on the beach, rocks and logs, the hills
and the flats to make sure that you never have a boring moment. You
could even use your toddler or small child as a “weight” for doing squats
and deadlifts.
Just get out and do it!
Always start with a warm up involving a jog and some dynamic movements
such as squats, lunges, pushups and planks either counted or short
timed intervals. Remember your caps, sunscreen and water to hydrate.
Your workouts need not be longer than 30 – 40 minutes 3 – 4 times per
week. Mash it up between back yard sessions, walks and hikes, off road
cycling, beach training sessions, playground equipment sessions, hill
sprints… This list goes on into near infinity; use your imagination or simply
consult your kids! Beach volleyball, soccer or touch rugby are great options
when you have enough people to fill teams, it can really get the competitive
spirit going amongst family and friends.
You can really do anything that will keep your family active, fit
and healthy – just get out there and do it.
Always remember:
Families who
play together
stay together!