Now that summer is over and school is soon to start, it’s time to consider realistic and stress free schedules for the fall. Kids need time to learn, play, exercise and rest. Here is food for thought: Consider school time as an 8-hour job. After all, learning is work for kids. Add in about one or more hours of homework, and hopefully, an hour a day to exercise. It could be organized team sports or just playing outside at home. (Electronic and sedentary games are not considered exercise.) On average kids need one to two days off each week to just be kids, chill out walk the dog or play with their toys. So if your child plays recreational soccer, football, basketball or tennis or any other sport, keep it to no more than three days a week. Family Tip: plan for one week day off and one weekend day off. After all, even kids need a break!!
