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Are you a parent of a child<\/strong> between the ages of 8-13? \u00a0If so, this is for you<\/strong>!<\/p>\n Really<\/strong> this is for all<\/u> parents! Between video games, phones, computers, and more there is no escaping<\/strong> kids and their fascination with electronics.<\/p>\n Children and their use of electronics is a concern for many parents. I am a father of 3; ages 10, 13 and 15 and I am fighting the good fight<\/strong> with you.<\/p>\n I was recently asked to speak with other parents on the topic of children and their use of electronics, and wanted to share some points with you.<\/p>\n It can be difficult<\/strong> to pull kids away from electronics<\/strong>, but I have found replacing time on electronics with physical activity<\/u> has better<\/strong> results!<\/p>\n Through trial and practice<\/strong> I have found some great ways to refocus<\/strong> children on activities and fitness<\/u> rather than having them stare at a screen or play video games. Being a part of this transitioning will reinforce<\/strong> good habits for your kids in the long run.<\/p>\n These tips will help cut down the time your child is on electronic devices while creating healthy habits<\/strong>. Additionally, you will have time to bond with your kids, burn calories, and release more beneficial<\/em> hormones. Consistency<\/strong> is the key for these 4 tips below!<\/p>\n It may seem that electronics and all of the devices that are available are keeping our kids occupied and out of trouble. However, the benefits<\/strong> of exercise surpass any contentment electronics may provide. Exercising at least 20 minutes a day<\/u> provides: enhanced information processing, increased memory functions, fights depression and moodiness, prevents obesity and body issues, decreases fatigue, and creates a sense of pride.<\/p>\n Communicating with your child about working together towards better fitness <\/strong>and away from the control of electronics<\/strong> is a necessary conversation that benefits<\/strong> the entire family!<\/p>\n Scott Keppel is the owner of\u00a0Scott\u2019s Training Systems<\/a>, a world-class coaching facility in Chandler, Arizona. He is a nationally certified trainer through NASM and ISSA. His mission is to empower women of all ages and fitness levels. For more information head to\u00a0scottstrainingsystems.com<\/a>\u00a0or check him out on Instagram at @stsnation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Are you a parent of a child between the ages of 8-13? \u00a0If so, this is for you!…\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":7001,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[66,63],"tags":[721,735,736,428,483,715,716],"class_list":{"0":"post-7000","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-spa-wellness","8":"category-workout","9":"tag-certified-trainer","10":"tag-electronics","11":"tag-family-workouts","12":"tag-fitness-coach","13":"tag-health-and-wellness","14":"tag-scott-keppel","15":"tag-scotts-training-systems","16":"cs-entry","17":"cs-video-wrap"},"yoast_head":"\n\n
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