Health Benefits of Rowing for Children
As adults, we sometimes forget the value of staying healthy and fit. We get all wrapped up in the needs of life and when you add children into this, it gets even harder! Here at Dark Horse, most of us are parents – so we understand this completely, and want you to not only have the time to do the things you want to do but also show the little ones in your world the importance of being physically active and as a way of keeping them protected from serious diseases, like obesity. Rowing has long been considered as one of the best ways to reduce the risk of health issues associated with a sedentary lifestyle. It is a low-impact yet healthy exercise that can be enjoyed by any age group – from young kids to older adults, so let’s have a look at how a little bit of time on an erg can have a big pay off in the end.
You want them to what??
Children are really fond of rowing. Yes you heard us right!! If you put a child in front of any of the games (fish game, darts or target) really are great fun and pass the time a lot quicker than most kids would think great fun. Above all, once you have invested in a the rower all this comes built in so you don’t need to spend any additional money to have access to this along with your own training device!.
What else is it good for?
Health Benefits of Rowing for Kids: As mentioned previously, rowing not only benefits adults for various health issues, but also provides amazing health benefits for children as well. Some of the general benefits provided by rowing are:
Keeps Kids Active: Inactivity can lead to various health issues, not only in adults but in children as well. Besides, the poor example set by many parents affects children, especially those spending more time indoors, stuck to the mobile devices and forming part of the global obesity epidemic. Rowing is a great way to get the heart racing. It is the most moderate form of exercise that is highly appealing to the kids.
An Excellent Cardiovascular Workout for Kids: It is never too late to get your kids’ little heart pumping. Rowing involves the large muscle groups in the legs, thus raising the heart rate while simultaneously increasing the stamina of kids. Kids involved in regular rowing find their staying power to be much greater as compared to that while practicing other sports like swimming and football.
Builds Strength and Muscle Mass in Kids: Rowing is considered by many people as the workout for the legs. But, it actually strengthens the whole body, including the rowers core. Furthermore, unlike other workout activities to build strength, which are excessively intense for young children, rowing builds muscles gradually.
Great Way to Create Parent-Child Bonding: Rather than watching TV or working on your respective tablets, it is more fun to go for a family time workout. You can row together (providing you have multiple ergs), or create workouts you can do as a family. This would not only provide an effective and healthy workout, but also fill your afternoon with laughs and memories that you will cherish for a lifetime.
Great to Lose Excess Fat: Childhood obesity is a major concern for most parents. Research has shown that rowing is the best way to battle this problem for it keeps the child active. Most children can manage this sport very easily and it doesn’t put too much stress on the knees as well. Even those who want to lose a significant part of body fat can trust and practice this sport.
Ready to give it a try?
Rowing indoors is never going to be the next big sport to drag your child away from the screens and other distractions for a massively long time, however if you inject a little of it into your child’s routine, not only are you more likely to create some good habits going forwards but you’re also instilling into them the idea of moderation. Most importantly, most cycle clothing for kids contains built-in areas where pads can safely fit on the top of the clothing so as to make sure that it does not slide or inhibit your child in any way while they are cycling. Therefore, make sure that your child wears safe cycling clothes for a safe experience during the activity.
Yours in fitness, education and keeping kids entertained.
Coach John