How to stay active with your kids and make it fun

Keeping up with your kids can feel like a (physical and mental) workout. So, with all that running around, it can be hard to find the time to actually go to the gym. Here’s the good news: staying fit doesn’t have to mean squeezing in a solo spin class or doing squats in your lounge room during those few precious moments you have to yourself. Considering your wriggly ones have so much energy to burn, you can stay active with your kids (and make it fun for yourself, too).

Luckily, we live in a country that’s basically one giant outdoor playground. Between the parks, beaches, pools and trails, there’s no shortage of ways to get moving as a family. Start the day with a sunrise swim, ball as a family at the local basketball courts or plan a weekend cycle – this year, regional Victoria scored a 48km track through vineyards, and the NSW South Coast got an epic new mountain bike path for tiny trekkers and adults alike.

If you’re on holiday, you've got a perfect opportunity to turn family time into an active adventure. Hunt down the local pool, swap the screens for scooters, and make use of local national parks (these are our favourite walks around Sydney and Melbourne).

Keeping up with the kids isn’t just about activity, it’s also about stamina. Start strong with a breakfast packed with protein and fibre, and be sure to keep those water bottles full, munch on a few healthy snacks and take a breather when you need one throughout the day.

Let’s face it: adult energy is no match for a kid. That’s where Blackmores Muscle Protect Plus* comes in. It’s packed with scientifically-supported HMB and Vitamin D. With a healthy diet and regular exercise, it will help adults maintain muscle mass as they age, so parents can keep up the pace on the next family adventure.

Check out how you can level up your wellness routine here. 

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