Why Healthy Habits Start Here? Moving More, Feeling Great!
Have you ever learned something new and thought, "Whoa, I did that!" Maybe you’re finally having fun playing soccer, riding your bike without wobbling, or finishing a tough puzzle. Isn’t it an awesome feeling? I get that feeling also!
Well, moving your body works the same way—small steps add up, and before you know it, wow…you’ll feel stronger, faster, and happier! That’s what moving more and feeling great is all about.
So Why Join In?
The Power of Fun – It’s All About Making It Fun!
If you're learning but it’s boring? That’s not great!
If you're learning and having fun? That’s great!
Think about it—have you ever tried to learn something new and thought, this is impossible? But then, after trying a few times (and maybe messing up a little), it suddenly made sense?
It’s because your brain loves learning when you’re having fun!
That’s what Healthy Habits Starts Here is all about – making moving fun so you want to keep going until it becomes a habit that sticks.
The Power of Doing – Feeling Good You Did it!
Ever finished something and thought, "Yes! I did it!" Maybe it was scoring a goal, solving a tricky math problem, or even just remembering your lunch. Taking action makes you feel awesome!
The more you move, the more you believe in yourself. And guess what? Even small things like stretching or jumping for one minute count!
The Power of Scheduling – Plan for Success!
Have you ever said, "I’ll do it later" and then... Oops, you totally forgot? It happens to everyone! That’s why planning is so important. If you write it down or set a reminder, it’s way more likely to actually happen.
What is scheduled actually happens!
You’ve likely never heard about ‘Scheduling Self-Efficacy’ – sounds fancy, huh?!? But it just means learning to plan and stick to it.
It’s like setting a reminder for fun stuff! Whether it’s remembering to do homework, practicing a sport, or setting time to play outside, scheduling a time to do it helps you take control.
The Power of Logging – See Your Progress!
Keeping track of what you do helps you see how far you’ve come.
Internal win: That moment when you realize, “Whoa, I’ve done so much!”
External win: When someone else notices and says, “Hey, great job!”
It’s not about you being perfect – it’s about making progress.
Why Repeating Things Helps You Learn
Ever wonder why your little sibling watches the same cartoon 100 times and still laughs? It’s because repetition works! Your brain loves it.
TV shows: Ever watched your favorite episode again and caught something new?
Sports: Athletes practice the same moves over and over until they get it just right.
Schoolwork: Studying a little each day is way better than cramming the night before a test.
Final Thoughts: Why This Matters Now
Everything you do today helps build your future. Scheduling, moving, tracking, and celebrating your progress makes a BIG difference.
With Healthy Habits Start Here, start today…move a little, feel great, and have fun!