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Clue, Sorry, Scrabble

23 Friday Nov 2012

Posted by creatingahealthylifestyle in Family Fun

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Adult Children, Adults, Board Games, Bonding, Children, Clue, Enjoyment, Family Fun, Fun Bonding, Games, Games as Entertainment, Monopoly, Old-fashioned Board Games, Scrabble, Sorry, Teens

When was the last time you played an old-fashioned board game? Playing board games can be a great way to bond with your children, grandchildren, adult children and other adults. Many games such as Clue, Scrabble and Monopoly, have a junior version for younger children.

Here are some suggestions for enjoyable playing:

1. Keep it fun.

2. Team up if you have too many people or pair a child with a teen or adult for more advanced games.

3. Don’t worry about the outcome and who is going to win. Just like an athlete, play your game, do your best and don’t cave into pressure. Stay focused on the game and your turn rather than on winning.

What if the winner was the person or team that had the most fun, win or lose? Play for the pure enjoyment and entertainment that games are designed for.

Love, Health & Happiness,

Phyllis

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Have You Tried a Mini-Trampoline?

28 Tuesday Aug 2012

Posted by creatingahealthylifestyle in Healthy Body

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Adults, Exercise, Fun Exercise, hand rails, Healthy Body, healthy-living, Kids, Low-impact, Mini-trampoline, Movement, Physical exercise, Teens, upbeat music, Workout

Mini-Trampolines were quite popular years ago.  I’ve had one for many years, leaning up against some bookshelves. Last week I placed it on the floor and actually used it, twice! I had forgotten how much I enjoy listening to upbeat music and jogging on it.

Now, mini-trampolines come in a variety of sizes and some even come with hand rails.  It’s great exercise for kids, teens and adults.

Some benefits of a mini-trampoline include:

1. It’s portable and can be used indoors or outdoors.

2. It’s low-impact, easy on your knees and joints.

3. You can vary your pace on it by marching (similar to walking), jogging slow, or jogging fast (like running). For a more intense workout, raise your knees up higher.

4. It’s a fun and easy way to tone your legs.

5. Your arms can get a workout at the same time by moving them up and down, side to side, or in kick-boxing fashion.

Put some music on and have some fun!

Love, Health & Happiness,

Phyllis

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