Our body’s proprioceptive input receptors are located in the joints and tendons and are stimulated by pressure, stretching, and tension. This move is great for stimulating the joints in the arms and shoulders which provides proprioceptive input. This is like windmills but with small, tight circles like a hummingbird quickly moving its wings. Then you’re going to move your arms in very small circles. Stretch your arms straight out on either side of you (like a cross). This move is pretty advanced when it comes to motor planning and reciprocal bilateral coordination and may take some practice for your child so don’t worry if it looks uncoordinated, what’s important is that they’re having fun. To get an idea of what this looks like, imagine the lizard runs only you’re standing and adding in the arm movements, like a standing mountain climber. Then, alternate by lowering your arm and knee and lifting the left arm above your head while also lifting the right knee. Raise your right arm above your head while simultaneously raising your left knee to your hips. Standing up straight again with legs slightly hip-width apart, bend your elbows so your hands are beside your shoulders. An interval timer (I use an app on my phone).One of the things kids love most about this workout is actually acting like the animal as they do the move, especially making the animal noises.ĭon’t be afraid to jump in and do this with your child, and get everyone laughing at the same time. This is a HIIT workout for kids just like my other workout, but the last move is more of a cool-down move. So if you’re going to do a morning workout with your kids, it’s got to be fun or they won’t want to do it. This improves the brain’s functions which heightens the ability to process new information (learn) and improves sensory integration. Reduces hyperactivity and fidgeting (especially in children with ADHD or ASD)īasically, exercise positively influences neurotransmitters in the brain (it reduces cortisol and adrenaline and increases dopamine and serotonin).The physical benefits of exercise are great but it’s actually the cognitive benefits of exercise that make it worthwhile to do a morning workout with your kids. Exercise is beneficial for both physical and cognitive development.
Every bit counts.īut, there are so many benefits. Sure, 8 minutes is only 13% of that physical activity. Research says that 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day is optimal for child development.
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