Be Thankful It's Monday
Be Thankful It's Monday
Dear Friend,
Weekends fly by way too fast. Seems like there's never enough time to get everything done. Almost seems like Monday comes around so you can catch your breath...
One aspect of my life that I try to prioritize - to not let get side-tracked by being "too busy" - is my family. Although it's a constant battle for time, I always try to put family first.
And, if you're like many people out there, this is a tough one for you too. (don't have kids? Insert your most important family member instead)
A recent article I read showed that nearly 25% of dads say their work negatively impacts their relationship with their kids. 48% have missed a significant event in their child's life - and 18% have missed 4 events... or more.
No big surprise here when so many of us are working 50 or 60 hours per week... or more.
So, what can you do about it?
One recommendation that I try hard to follow (and it's not easy) is to give some undivided attention to each of my kids every day. That means talking/playing with them without working on something else. Quit typing, put away the laptop, stop reading... and just focus on that one family member. Multi-tasking doesn't work here.
Another strategy I use is to involve my kids in the things I need to do. Take working out for example. If you do bodyweight exercises, sprints, hill sprints, jumping, etc. there is no reason that the rest of your family can't join you.
Your kids may even think it's just fun - and it will help them make exercise a natural part of their lives.
A few weeks ago, I was in my office when my youngest daughter Kiala came in. "Dad," she said, "Tell me a number and I'll do that many pushups or situps."
Too funny. Be I gave her numbers for 15 minutes or so and she "worked out". All her idea, and she didn't look at it as work.
My oldest son, Kadon, has taken to following the Herschel Walker workout (according to him, he's got to get ready for the NFL). If he's in his room watching TV, you can bet he's doing pushups and situps during the commercials.
No surprise that both of them have put "workout stuff" on their Christmas lists this year.
Now, I'm not pushing either of them to do this. My wife and I try to set good examples by exercising ourselves, and (thankfully) it seems to be rubbing off on the rest of the family.
You'll even find my kids asking when we can go run hill sprints...
Put your family on your calendar. Make a commitment to set an example of a healthy lifestyle. Involve your family in your activities.
You can all be healthier and happier if you do.
RFNH
Coach K
PS I've designed ALL of my products to be safe, effective and fun for you and your family - no matter what your ages. Invest in your health - and in your family's - by clicking here: http://www.makesyoufast.com/products.html
Dear Friend,
Weekends fly by way too fast. Seems like there's never enough time to get everything done. Almost seems like Monday comes around so you can catch your breath...
One aspect of my life that I try to prioritize - to not let get side-tracked by being "too busy" - is my family. Although it's a constant battle for time, I always try to put family first.
And, if you're like many people out there, this is a tough one for you too. (don't have kids? Insert your most important family member instead)
A recent article I read showed that nearly 25% of dads say their work negatively impacts their relationship with their kids. 48% have missed a significant event in their child's life - and 18% have missed 4 events... or more.
No big surprise here when so many of us are working 50 or 60 hours per week... or more.
So, what can you do about it?
One recommendation that I try hard to follow (and it's not easy) is to give some undivided attention to each of my kids every day. That means talking/playing with them without working on something else. Quit typing, put away the laptop, stop reading... and just focus on that one family member. Multi-tasking doesn't work here.
Another strategy I use is to involve my kids in the things I need to do. Take working out for example. If you do bodyweight exercises, sprints, hill sprints, jumping, etc. there is no reason that the rest of your family can't join you.
Your kids may even think it's just fun - and it will help them make exercise a natural part of their lives.
A few weeks ago, I was in my office when my youngest daughter Kiala came in. "Dad," she said, "Tell me a number and I'll do that many pushups or situps."
Too funny. Be I gave her numbers for 15 minutes or so and she "worked out". All her idea, and she didn't look at it as work.
My oldest son, Kadon, has taken to following the Herschel Walker workout (according to him, he's got to get ready for the NFL). If he's in his room watching TV, you can bet he's doing pushups and situps during the commercials.
No surprise that both of them have put "workout stuff" on their Christmas lists this year.
Now, I'm not pushing either of them to do this. My wife and I try to set good examples by exercising ourselves, and (thankfully) it seems to be rubbing off on the rest of the family.
You'll even find my kids asking when we can go run hill sprints...
Put your family on your calendar. Make a commitment to set an example of a healthy lifestyle. Involve your family in your activities.
You can all be healthier and happier if you do.
RFNH
Coach K
PS I've designed ALL of my products to be safe, effective and fun for you and your family - no matter what your ages. Invest in your health - and in your family's - by clicking here: http://www.makesyoufast.com/products.html
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