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Welcome to Family Fit Lifestyle Month, celebrated every January 1st! This is the perfect time to kick off the new year by making health and wellness a priority for your entire family. Did you know that this holiday was first established in 2012 by the National Society of Health Coaches? It's a time to focus on creating healthy habits together as a family, from staying active to eating nutritious meals. So gather your loved ones and get ready for a fun and fit month ahead!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emergence of Physical Culture</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1800s, Physical Culture movement began, emphasizing the importance of diet, exercise, and overall health, setting a foundation for future fitness trends.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s-60s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Beginning of Fitness Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 1950s and 1960s saw a major fitness revolution with the introduction of various sports and cardio exercises becoming popular among families.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Aerobics</div><div class='timeline-text'>Aerobics emerged as a popular form of exercise, further promoting the importance of family fitness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Obama's Fitness Initiative</div><div class='timeline-text'>Michelle Obama, the First Lady of the United States (2008-2016), launched a nationwide "Let's Move!" campaign encouraging children and families to lead healthier, active lives.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Family Fit Lifestyle Month Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>Family Fit Lifestyle Month was established by the National Society of Health Coaches to encourage families to adopt healthier lifestyles.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a family workout routine</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get the whole family involved in staying active by creating a fun and challenging workout routine that everyone can do together. This will not only promote a healthy lifestyle, but also strengthen family bonds.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan active family outings</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Instead of going out to eat or to the movies, plan family outings that involve physical activity such as hiking, biking, or playing a game of soccer. This will not only get everyone moving, but also create lasting memories.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try new healthy recipes together</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make healthy eating a family affair by trying out new recipes together. This will not only teach kids about nutrition and cooking, but also encourage them to try new foods and develop healthy eating habits.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Participate in a family fitness challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join a family fitness challenge or create your own! This could be anything from a step competition to a squat challenge. Not only will this promote physical activity, but also add some friendly competition to the mix.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support each other’s fitness goals</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Encourage and support each other’s fitness goals as a family. Whether it’s losing weight, running a marathon, or simply being more active, having the support of loved ones can make all the difference.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes healthy habits for the whole family</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Family Fit Lifestyle Month encourages families to prioritize physical activity and nutritious eating. This not only benefits parents, but also sets a good example for children and helps instill healthy habits from a young age.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It strengthens relationships</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Exercising together and preparing healthy meals as a family can be great bonding experiences. Family Fit Lifestyle Month is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your loved ones while also taking care of your health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an overall wellness initiative</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Family Fit Lifestyle Month isn't just about physical fitness - it also focuses on mental and emotional well-being. By engaging in activities like meditation or journaling together, families can work on improving all aspects of their health.</p></div></div>
Family Fit Lifestyle Month is celebrated on January 1 every year. In 2024, it will fall on a Monday.
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