Stretch-n-Grow of Winston-Salem (and the Triad), North Carolina
Jennifer Hansel - Owner/Director
Address: 5484 Moravian Heights LaneClemmons, NC 27012
Welcome to Stretch-n-Grow of the Triad! This year marks our 26th year serving children, families, and child care centers!
We are passionate about helping children learn about fitness and building the foundation for a lifetime of healthy habits!
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Is your child having back-to-school blues? Discover how fun fitness activities can boost your child's mood and energy in this post by Stretch-n-Grow in Winston/Salem, NC.
Transitioning from carefree summer days back to structured school schedules can be challenging for kids (and parents!). It's common for children to experience a bit of the back-to-school blues as they adjust to earlier wake-up calls, homework, and the hustle and bustle of the academic year.
The Power of Exercise
Regular physical activity isn't just about building strong bodies. It also plays a vital role in mental and emotional well-being. Exercise has been shown to:
- Boost mood: Physical activity releases endorphins, those feel-good chemicals that naturally elevate mood and combat feelings of sadness or anxiety.
- Increase energy: Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health, increasing stamina and energy levels. This is especially important when battling early morning fatigue!
- Reduce stress: Exercise helps kids (and adults!) manage stress by providing a healthy outlet for pent-up energy and emotions.
- Improve focus: Studies show that physical activity can enhance concentration and cognitive function, which are crucial for academic success.
Make Fitness Fun!
The key is to make fitness enjoyable! Find activities your child loves. Whether it's dancing, swimming, biking, or playing sports, the more fun they have, the more likely they are to stick with it.
Tips for Incorporating Fitness into the Back-to-School Routine
- Active transportation: Encourage walking or biking to school when possible.
- After-school activities: Enroll your child in sports teams, dance classes, or other active programs.
- Family fitness time: Make time for family walks, bike rides, or trips to the park.
- Limit screen time: Encourage outdoor play and active hobbies instead of excessive TV or video games.
Remember, a little movement goes a long way! By prioritizing physical activity, you can help your child beat the back-to-school blues and embrace the new school year with enthusiasm and energy.
Ready to transform those back-to-school blues into back-to-school BOUNCE? At Stretch-n-Grow in Winston-Salem, NC, our qualified instructors create a fun, energetic environment where kids can't help but smile and get moving. Call us today at (336) 287-1193 to learn more and give your child the gift of fitness!
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About Stretch-n-Grow
Stretch-n-Grow is the world’s largest network of Certified Youth Fitness Professionals! We specialize in providing enrichment programs in schools that get kids' bodies AND minds moving with high quality, educational, FUN, and creative exercise experiences!
Stretch-n-Grow originated in Galveston, Texas in 1992 after an intense study that revealed alarming statistics concerning the health of America’s young children. Our founders set out on a mission to change this course of children’s lives everywhere, and we have since expanded to thousands of cities around the world and millions of children have participated in Stretch-n-Grow!
¨Train a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it.¨ Proverbs 22:6