Launching an After-School Physical Activity Program

• Refer parents to the guidelines in the brochure. Explain that experts tell us that kids need 60 minutes of physical activity each day and that adults need anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes a day.
• Discuss briefly that being physically active can help to limit the rise in obesity in the community. In many neighborhoods, nearly 50% of parents and kids are overweight due to unhealthy eating and lack of physical activity.
• Physical activity events and programs can be a fun way for parents and kids to spend time together.

Moderate and Vigorous Physical Activity Ideas

• Explain to participants that physical activity programs can be as simple as planning a family dancing event with music (chosen by the kids) or starting an aerobic dance class for parents/kids after school. Or parents may want to do an on-going physical activity event such as organizing a “Keep the School Yard Beautiful”
campaign with effort from kids and families.
• Ask participants what they consider to be fun from the Moderate and Vigorous Physical Activity lists.

Fun Things