Fun, fit, and fabulous – this summer belongs to your kids
With no school and homework, summer vacations are just every kid’s dream. Summer vacations are for play and fun! But as temperatures increase across India, it’s easy for kids to embrace lazy routines, spending hours glued to mobile screens. This summer, let’s do something different for the kids. With a little creativity and early planning, you can keep your babies active, healthy, and happy during the hottest months of the year. Following are some easy and effective summer fitness tips for kids.
Early mornings are the best time during summer. Before the peak hours, encourage your child to step outside for light exercise. Whether it's a brisk walk, bike ride in the park, or even a fun game of cricket with friends, this time is simply amazing to utilize to the fullest.
Tip for parents: Make it a routine rather than enjoying only once. Kids always follow their parents. As kids observe parents moving, they’re more likely to join in!
Of course, not every day is perfect for outdoor activities. On extremely hot and humid days, turn your living room into a fun workout place. Try kid-friendly yoga poses, Bollywood or Western-style dance challenges, or simple exercises like jumping jacks and skipping.
Tips for Parents: Create a "Fitness Bingo" chart with activities like "Do 10 sit-ups", "Dance for 5 minutes", or "Stretch like a cat". Let your kids cross off each activity for a reward.
In this harsh summer condition, dehydration is a major concern. Ensure your kids drinking sufficient water throughout the day.
Tips for Parents: Sometimes, drinking water becomes boring for kids. To make it enjoyable follow some hydration hacks: Infuse water with seasonal fruits like watermelon, lemon, or mint. Prepare popsicles using fresh juice or coconut water in home. Introduce traditional drinks like nimbu paani or chaas (buttermilk) as delicious alternatives.
Summer is synonymous to constant snacking. But, this time, make it healthier. Ditch those processed munchies with healthy and cooling options. Think about homemade cucumber sticks, fruit salads, curd rice, or mango smoothies.
Tips for Parents: Always involve your kids in the kitchen when you are preparing something for them. Allow them to help you prepare their own snack—it’s a fun way of teaching about healthy eating.
Too much TV shows or mobile games can make kids sluggish during summer vacation. Set a daily screen time limit and balance it with creative playtime.
Tips for Parents: There are several creative ideas that parents can try this summer: indoor treasure hunts, art and craft hours, building forts with blankets and pillows, board games, and so on.
Various local communities offer summer camps focusing on physical activities like dance, martial arts, swimming, or sports coaching. These camps teach kids to become more social with new skills while keeping them active.
Tips for Parents: If offline camps aren’t feasible, explore online fitness classes specially designed for kids.
Fitness is not doing activites throughout the day—it’s also about rest. Ensure your child gets 8–10 hours of sleep daily and has sufficient time to relax during the daytime. Over-activity in hot weather may lead to fatigue or even heatstroke.
So, parents—let’s make this summer vacation memorable for your kids. Keep it cool, keep them active, and most importantly, practice healthy habits!
