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Staying active is increasingly vital to our health as we age. But pain, injury, or the lack of an exercise location can limit how we keep fit. But luckily, there is an easy way to have an active lifestyle without lifting weights or joining a gym: volunteer! Here are three reasons volunteering can be your new favorite exercise if you’re looking to flex some physical, mental, or social “muscle.”
When your teen hits high school, there are many exciting things to look forward to. One of these exciting events is receiving a driver’s license. Some parents may be concerned about allowing their teens to drive due to the risks of driving — which is understandable. However, you can give your teen the strategies they need to become great drivers. In honor of January being Teen Driver Awareness Month, here are three tips for teaching your teen how to be a safe driver. Lead by example. While teens take driver’s ed courses in high school, you (the parent) will have the biggest influence. For the most part, parents are the ones driving their children around. Because of this, your
It moves you .
Volunteering offers different ways to move your body! Even small things like strolling through a park to pick up litter, navigating around a soup kitchen, or directing visitors at your local donation center keep you active. Most organizations are happy to modify more strenuous activities (like lifting heavy boxes or walking up a steep hill) to fit your abilities. So, even if you’re just beginning an exercise habit, volunteering is a perfect initial step in your fitness journey.
driving habits, how you react to things on the road, and how you deal with road conditions can impact your children. So, one of the best ways to encourage your child to practice safe driving habits is by showing them with your driving. Allow them to drive in all conditions . Some people may be nervous when getting behind the wheel because they don’t know what to do during certain traffic and weather conditions. To ensure your
Your brain expands.
When you volunteer with others, you usually have a common goal, like feeding the community, cleaning up a park, or planting a garden. Joining others to accomplish a task provides a significant brain boost, and studies show camaraderie increases positive thoughts and feelings. On top of feeling better, volunteering keeps your mind agile. By working hard to solve a problem, you’re using more neural pathways, which helps keep mental decline at bay.
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You form connections.
As we mentioned earlier, when you show up to volunteer, others usually attend for the same reason. Socializing with the group can help you feel less isolated and more connected to others, and some of these people may even become friends when the job is complete. If you want to get active but don’t know of volunteer opportunities in your area, visit VolunteerMatch.org and enter your zip code to find local in-person options. Help yourself and others by making volunteer work your go‑to exercise!
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