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Teach Your Kids about Heart Health

Posted on Feb 07, 2017

We all know that exercise is good for your body, mind, and soul . . . but do you really know the benefits exercise has on the heart? There are so many great things that come from staying active and exercising. And heart health is just as important for kids as it is for adults! The best way to encourage your kids to exercise regularly is to make it fun. Teach them why active play is so important, and show them the value by planning fun family play dates at Monkey Joe's. 

What are the top reasons active fun is the best fun?

1. Exercise helps your heart stay strong, pumping more blood with less strain
2. It reduces inflammation in the body
3. Active play lowers kids' risks of developing heart disease as adults
4. Exercise helps kids develop both physically and mentally
5. It strengthens muscles and bones

These are just five ways in which exercise can help kids' hearts. What is your child's favorite way to get moving? Many kids love dancing, climbing, jumping, and sliding. You can do all these things and more at Monkey Joe's Appleton! We encourage active play by giving kids a safe place to run amok. They can run, bounce, and swing to their heart's content. Heart health should be a priority for families in Appleton. Make the most of American Heart Month and the rest of the year with active fun for kids 12 and younger. From the littlest monkeys to older elementary students, your kids will love spending the day bouncing on our inflatables playground. Get the family and friends together, come out to Monkey Joe’s, and spend time getting a healthy heart, all while having a great time!