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![A father and his son leave the gym after playing basketball. The dad carries his son's backpack, while the son carries a basketball.](https://activeforlife.com/content/uploads/2022/11/dad-son-leave-gym-with-basketball-989x660.jpg)
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How to prioritize being active as a family even when life’s too busy
Learn about the benefits of being active as a family even when life’s too busy and help promote healthy habits in your children from a young age.
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An easy way to get moving as a family after school—no scheduling required
It can be tough to feel motivated to get active as a family after school, but this mom has a great tip for doing it successfully.
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How to overcome financial barriers to active living
With a little research and creativity, I found some ways my low-income family could add more physical activity to our life.
![The simplest way to get active as a family? Add a daily walk to your routine](http://activeforlife.com/img/thumbnail/2020/11/family-walk.jpg)
The simplest way to get active as a family? Add a daily walk to your routine
A mother shares how she and her family have started walking daily, and how it’s given them an opportunity to have more quality time.
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How to become an active homeschool family
If you’ve chosen to homeschool your kids this year, these tips and ideas will help you become an active homeschool family.
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It’s never too late to become active for life
There’s no doubt that as you age, you have to adapt how you can be active. But getting active as a family doesn’t have to be difficult or strenuous.
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57 awesome family dance party jams
Little kids love to dance—especially when Mom, Dad, Grandpa, or Grandma joins in the fun! Try streaming our Epic Family Dance Party Playlist.
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Parenting through the pandemic: Simple tips to help you cope
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve been thrust into extremely difficult and unprecedented days. It’s important to be kind to yourself.
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Active New Year’s resolutions the whole family can enjoy
Start the year off right! Here are some ways to get moving together as a family.
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Top 10 active Elf on the Shelf ideas
These silly elves sure love to move! Here are our top 10 favourite Elf on the Shelf ideas.