Physical Activity
Strength training, even using just your body weight, can help improve your overall fitness, and strengthen your muscles AND bones!
Workout of the Day (WOD)!
• Use this A-B-C exercise guide (with video demonstrations) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HvaF4IXO5u4wN5HEoE8UuRLTORJjocWB/view
• Using the associated exercises, spell “DETERMINED”. Being determined means persevering towards a goal despite obstacles. Be determined today!
Your ‘yellow’ challenge today is to extend the WOD: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HvaF4IXO5u4wN5HEoE8UuRLTORJjocWB/view
• Use this A-B-C exercise guide:
• Using the associated exercises, spell “DETERMINATION!”
Today’s “red” activity involves challenging your friends to be physically active with you! On social media (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook), do 50 Froggers, and then challenge 5 of your friends to do it too! Use #healthykidsquarantined
Nutrition and Healthy Eating
Eating orange and yellow fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, help many parts of the body, including bones and eyes.
Healthy Snack Hack:
Baked Carrot Fries Eating orange and yellow fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, help many parts of the body, including bones and eyes. Try today’s recipe as you work to “eat the rainbow” and get healthy nutrients your body needs!
Ingredients
- Carrots: 2, peeled and cut into the shape of “fries” (ask an adult for assistance)
- Panko bread crumbs: 2 tbsp (You can also use corn flakes or coconut for a crispy layer)
- Salt and pepper: as needed
- Garlic powder: pinch (this is optional – or spice it up by substituting with chili powder!)
- Oil: 1 tsp
Instructions
• Preheat the oven to 400-degrees
• Line cooking sheet with foil or parchment paper
• In a wide bowl add all the listed ingredients and mix well
• Add the carrots, mix and spread on cooking sheet.
• Bake approximately 14-18 minutes.
• Extra Crispy: If available broil for 2-3 minutes or for the texture you prefer
• Enjoy with your favorite dip
Notes: No carrots? No problem! Use what you have – sweet potatoes, zucchini, or eggplant will be delicious too! Baking times may vary depending on the thickness of your veggies.
