Everybody has a little bit or lots of space in their garden that could be put to better use. We are here to tell you that the benefits of maximising that space are endless. These benefits are not just for you but for your children especially who are the next generation. There are numerous things you can do with space in your garden or backyard to help keep them fit and healthy, you can fill that space with sports toys like a soccer goals/rebounder or a basketball hoop, a trampoline to bounce up and down to give you a feeling ecstasy and a work out to remember or maybe even a playhouse for a child to keep them entertained for hours.
Regular physical activity is good for everyone but it’s particularly important for your kids. The first five years of their life are key for their growth and development. It’s during this time that they’ll develop the habits or skills that will follow them into adulthood. It’s very important and should be a focus for parents to provide kids with the toys, opportunities and experiences that positively influence their choices around active play.
Whatever toys you fill that space in your garden with, its beneficial for children and here’s how;-
- Allow healthy growth and development
-
Being a healthy weight
- Reducing the risk of diseases like diabetes or cancer later in life
- Building their bodies -strong hearts, muscles and bones
- They learn basic fundamental movement skills
- Improved functional movement, balance, coordination and reaction time
- Increased mental wellbeing
- Improved social skills, self-esteem and confidence
- Experiencing fun and enjoyment through the use of outdoor toys
Improving your health through exercise, practising sports and providing your kids with healthy ways to have fun are all great way to develop and positively impact a child. The choice to fill that space in the garden is one of great significance to the child even though you may not think it at the time. Creating a sports star or a healthy active child will definitely make you a proud parent for the future.