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Eat your veggies.
That’s enough
TV for one day. Time for bed.
When it comes to a child’s well-being,
dads want what’s best for their kids. And
while it’s great to tell kids what’s good
for them, it’s just as important to show
them. Why? Because your everyday
behaviors can have a big impact on your
children’s behaviors. Habits they learn
from you can last throughout their lives.
Be a good role model for your kids by
making these healthy choices:
1
Make safety a priority.
Whenever a
situation calls for safety, let your kids
see you make the right move. For
starters, always wear a seat belt
every time you drive or ride
in a vehicle and a helmet
whenever you ride a
bike or motorcycle.
Make sure your
kids do the
GIFTS FOR
FITNESS DAD
THIS FATHER’S DAY
Dads love gadgets, and wear-
able tech is booming this year.
We’ve rounded up some favorite
Father’s Day gifts for dads who want to
get in shape—or who are already in great
shape and want to stay that way.
Avery Ainsworth, from Fleet Feet Sports here
in Montgomery, says, “I really love the Garmin
products because the company’s customer service is
second to none.” Fleet Feet Sports carries many different
Garmin products.
Fleet Feet Sports is located at 2934 Carter
Hill Road. You can give them a call at
334-356-5412
or go visit them online
at
www. fleetfeetmontgomery. com.TOMTOM RUNNER CARDIO
FITNESS WATCH
A great fitness watch with a sporty look, the
TomTom Runner Cardio has GPS tracking and monitors
heart rate while you’re working out. It could be a great
gift for dads who are already making tracks but
want to get even faster. ($169.99, TomTom,
www.tomtom.com)
Father
knows best
Be a healthy role
model for your kids
same. And it almost goes without saying:
Never drink and drive.
2
Feast on healthy fare together.
Kids keep a keen eye on what you
put on your plate. So be sure you eat
plenty of fruits and vegetables.
If you’re the main chef in the house,
bring the kids in the kitchen with you.
It’s a great way to spend time with them
and to teach them about cooking nutri-
tious foods.
Also, gather everyone around the table
for meals as often as possible. Research
shows that kids consume more veg-
etables and fruits and less fried foods and
sugary drinks when they eat with the
entire family.
3
Help your kids get their move
on.
Show your kids that regular
physical activity is a priority—and that
family fitness can be fun. For instance,
you might play ball, go on bike rides, or
take walks or nature hikes together.
4
Get checkups.
Teach your kids that
real men see a doctor. Remember,
you can’t take care of your family unless
you take care of yourself. Having—and
seeing—a primary care doctor will help
ensure that you get all the vaccines
and screening tests you need to stay
ahead of many diseases, includ-
ing heart disease and cancer.
FAMILY HEALTH
Avery Ainsworth
and family
GARMIN VIVOSMART
This device displays steps, calories, distance and time
of day; has vibration alerts for calls, texts and emails from
your smartphone; and is easy to operate using touch
and swipe. The inactivity alert reminds you to
move and the auto goal program keeps
you challenged. (Garmin Vivosmart,
$150)