Survey Says Nearly 90% Of Parents Enjoy Physical Activities With Their Kids

New research has discovered that almost four out of five parents want to spend time with their family while doing a physical activity together rather than stay home. The survey, conducted by OnePoll in partnership with Life Time, found that 83% of parents have more fun getting active with their kids, and 89% would rather be playing sports or heading into the great outdoors than sitting inside.

Of 2,000 parents studied the top activities they want to share with the kids include:

• 36% play basketball
• 34% dance
• 32% swimming

76% of parents are searching for innovative methods to connect with their kids and the answer could be spending more time outside with them. Of the moms and dads surveyed, 79% are also eager to try a new sport with their children for the sake of fun and family bonding time.

The average participant believes that introducing children to exercise at 7-years-old. However, one-third of people argued that it should be done even earlier. Meanwhile, one-fifth of parents would rate the physical health of their kids to be “average,” “poor” or “very poor.” “Pickleball, swimming, group exercise classes — the list of healthy activities parents can enjoy with their children is virtually limitless,” Alicia Kockler, senior vice president of kids and aquatics for Life Time, said. Kockler went on: “Teaching our kids about the benefits of an active lifestyle is so important, and exploring new ways to play together creates memories that will last a lifetime.”

Two-thirds of survey takers reported that they want to see their kids become more active. About 38% noted how their children are just as sporty when the school year begins. However, 30% stated that their children are more healthy during the summer than while school is in session.

“The start of a new school year is a great time to develop new family routines,” Kockler said. “We suggest designating one or two nights a week when the whole family participates in a fun activity together — like basketball or a family swim at an indoor pool. Families that spend more active time together, and less time staring at screens, tend to be happier and much healthier.”

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