Exercise
Portion Control
Proper Hydration
Time Management/Prioritization
100
Are parents/ guardians influential on a child’s view of exercise?
Yes! Helping your child develop an active lifestyle through role modeling and support helps promote proper childhood development and avoid childhood obesity Promoting the importance of physical activity at home results in increased amounts of childhood aerobic activity.
100
What is portion control?
Finding a balance between healthy and unhealthy foods
100
What does it mean to be hydrated?
Having the proper intake of water and fluids each day to meet and sustain biological needs
100
What is the recommended time to stop and take a break using the Pomodoro method?
Every 25 minutes
200
Name one example of an aerobic activity you can perform with your child.
go for a walk, play tag, play simon says, go for a bike ride, hopscotch, etc.
200
Can portion control be done on a budget?
Yes! Implementing portion control does not have to be a major lifestyle change. An example could be substituting a handful of chips for a handful for a handful of trail mix.
200
What are some of the risks of not being properly hydrated consistently?
Low volume drinkers are at a higher risk for kidney related issues and low cardiac outcomes due to increased AVP (arginine vasopressin, a hormone secreted by the rear lobe of the pituitary gland, usually called vasopressin. It is also known as the ANTIDIURETIC HORMONE) and low urine output
200
What are the benefits of Self Care?
Self Care improves stress management, mental health, sleep quality, and much more!
300
What are 3 reasons in which exercise is important for young children?
Developing social skills, Maintaining cardiovascular health, Weight management, Bone and tissue formation that will prevent bone-related diseases later in life, Gross motor development
300
Why is portion control important?
Prevents childhood obesity, instills healthy habits at a young age, helps child’s overall health
300
What is one way to incorporate drinking more plain water into your daily life?
Plant Nanny App, Carrying a reusable water bottle, Use a water filter at kitchen sink
300
What is one way to separate work and family life?
Turn your phone on Do not Disturb once returning home to be with family.
400
What is one thing you can do if you don’t have time to exercise with your child?
10-10-10 model, exercise while making dinner/ watching TV, 10 minute walk outside, encourage your child to play with friends and engage in physical activity.
400
What are some ways to implement portion control in your home?
Dishware with wide rims, snack alternatives, checking serving sizes, etc.
400
What are the benefits of proper hydration?
Drinking enough water each day is crucial for many reasons: to regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organs functioning properly. Being well-hydrated also improves sleep quality, cognition, and mood.
400
Give an example of Self-Care
Take time to journal, watch a show, spend five minutes meditating
500
What are gross motor skills? Can you name an example?
Gross motor skills are abilities acquired in early childhood that allow people to do things with large muscles that contribute to full body movements: walking, running, jumping, etc.
500
What are some budget-friendly, healthy options that you can implement in your home as alternatives?
Can of fruit, canned vegetables, and soups, trail mix, nuts, oatmeal/oats, etc.
500
What are the recommended daily fluid intake for you and your family members?
500
Give an example of a SMART goal!
