A Healthier Father’s Day

A Healthier Father’s Day

Father's Day gifts have become synonymous with the impersonal and the uninspiring -- the tie, the socks, the bottle of cheap aftershave to add to the unopened collection underneath bathroom sink.

Fatherhood is full of responsibilities and difficult decisions. Sometimes it may seem that taking care of your children wears you down, but ultimately being a father is one of the healthiest professions on the planet!

If you were to sit down and look at all of the health decisions you’ve made since you became a father, I bet you would be amazed as to how many steps you have taken to become healthier.

Statistics show that men who smoke have a higher rate of quitting when they become fathers.  Also, if you grew up not being physically active, once you have a child, you have no choice but to move in order to keep up with them.  And sometimes, this can inspire men to actually start doing some exercise.

Obviously, getting some physical activity is good for people of any age, so use your Father's Day gift to encourage yourself and your dad to get moving. Even if you’ve fallen out of the habit of exercising regularly, a Trainer would be a great way to inspire yourself and your dad to start up again!

Dads, I bet you’ve seen a change in your diet, as well.  Gone are the days of Chinese takeout 11 p.m. or cold pizza on a Sunday morning.  Being a father means you have to provide healthy food for your child, and there’s no better way to get them to eat well than to “lead by example”!

But most importantly, the greatest health benefit of all comes from the love that you feel when you see what your children can accomplish.  And the unconditional love that they have for you even if you’re over weight.  It will improve your mind and your outlook for the future, as fathers it’s not about us!…….

Be Blessed!