Jackson Hospital | Partners | Summer 2019

www.jackson.org 13 COMMUNITY TAGLINE HERE MEN WOMEN OZ 91 OZ 125 Summer fun Be active, stay active 1 QUART HOW MUCH WATER DO YOU NEED? Average daily needs Sources: American College of Nutrition; U.S. Depart- ment of Agriculture While you exercise You can lose more than of water every hour Source: American Council on Exercise With summer comes an invitation to get outside and play, and that can help your whole family stay healthy. Here are just a few ways to squeeze more movement into your sunny days: Ride a bike. You can’t beat pedal- powered fun. Safety first: Wear a helmet every ride; grown-ups too. Riding with younger kids? Try to stay off streets and on bike paths. Make a splash. Part fun, part exer- cise: Swimming is one cool workout. Safety first: Never let kids out of sight, not even for a moment. Always swim with a buddy. Play ball! Sports promote kids’ confi- dence. Parents might be game too. Safety first: Depending on the sport, helmets, pads, face guards or other gear is needed. If you try a new sport or fitness pursuit, increase your activity gradually. Give your body time off to rest. Roll with it. Do you favor the free- wheeling fun of skates, skateboards or scooters? Summer’s a great time to learn. Safety first: Pick a smooth, safe sur- face for scooters, skateboards or in-line skates. Roll with proper helmets and pads, well away from cars. Bonus tips Bring the sunscreen! Reapply it regu- larly, especially if you’re swimming or sweating. Seek shade and cover up when you can, and drink plenty of clear fluids to stay hydrated. Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics; American Red Cross SAFETY