00:00If you have children, you'll know that they love to play, which is a great way for getting them physically
00:05active.
00:06Children need at least an hour's activity a day.
00:08A new research from the British Toy and Hobby Association and the University of Loughborough
00:13has found that children are more active during play sessions than at any other time, including their PE lessons.
00:19So you can imagine how much excess energy they can burn at the end of a school day.
00:24Playtime can also enhance children's imagination and creativity.
00:27So here are a few tips for getting them active and topping up their toy time.
00:34When your children play, encourage them to use toys that increase their heart rate.
00:38Bouncers are great for younger children and you can include a kickabout or a bit of dancing for older children.
00:44Physical play is great for any age and it increases muscle strength and improves balance and coordination,
00:51all of which contribute to being more confident.
00:57Try not to direct your children's play, but let them lead as they will get more out of the experience.
01:03Help develop their imaginations by letting them create a make-believe world.
01:07This is fantastic for their creativity and helps develop a sense of self.
01:15Being indoors on a rainy day doesn't mean that your children need to be any less active.
01:20Why not try a race or a competition with balloons or hula hoops?
01:23In these games, children will also learn to take turns and learn the meaning of rules and boundaries.
01:29Play can be fun in the rain too.
01:30Just add wet weather gear.
01:36And finally, try to rotate your children's toys on a regular basis.
01:40This helps to keep them interesting and fresh.
01:42After a month or two, rotate them with ones you've put away.
01:45Your children will show renewed interest and enthusiasm.
01:48Dedicating just one hour of play a day, you know, it only burns off your children's natural energy,
01:53but it's fun too, isn't it?
01:55For more tips and ideas on ways to help your children to reach the government's daily minimum of physical activity,
02:02visit facebook.com forward slash make time to play and also download the Make Time to Play app.
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