What are some fun ways parents and kids can exercise together?
Retton: Our family takes regular bike, scooter, and in-line skate rides together through our neighborhood. My daughters, my husband Shannon, and I really look forward to these rides. We also go to the park and walk our two dogs. Families can also get moving by playing the simple game Twister! We have so much fun moving our bodies into weird and wacky poses! P&C: How did you teach your children about fitness and movement? How do you encourage them to keep their minds healthy, too? Retton: My children don’t know anything else but fitness. They are growing up in a very athletic family where exercise is a normal part of our daily lives. Being physically fit gives them more self confidence and a clear mind. I would really like to take this opportunity to express to coaches, trainers, teachers, etc. not to use exercise (like running laps, chin-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups, etc.) as punishment! This is one of my pet peeves. It puts a negative vibe on something that is good for us all. P&C: What did
