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and down, dance like your favorite zoo animals, teach your child the electric slide and let her teach you the Nae Nae. Lacrosse: Gather a few friends and lacrosse sticks and head to the field for this exciting — and often competitive — game. Kids will get a great cardio workout, as well as strengthen muscles, when running and propelling balls down the field.


Swimming: Swimming and water sports are always a favorite summer activity for children and adults alike. Swimming works several muscle groups and offers endless possibilities for water games and activities. Dive for pennies at the bottom of a pool, play a quick game of sharks and minnows or just simply swim laps. Consider the importance of swimming lessons for kids who can’t swim or need a refresher on their swimming skills. Remember the importance of safety rules. Never leave a child unattended around any form of water, and apply sunscreen frequently.


Biking and skateboarding: Both activi- ties are great warm-weather options to get your child’s heart pumping. Hoverboards: Arguably one of the hottest toys on the market, hoverboards


encourage balance and core strength but should be used with extreme caution. Injuries and fires have been reported throughout the U.S., and airports and many cities have banned the use of hov- erboards. If your child is interested, look for models that have been certified by national testing labs. Before your kids hit the pavement for


any of the above sports, remember these safety rules:


* Ride on smooth surfaces in well-lit areas. * Wear reflective apparel if riding at night.


* Wear a helmet and protective pads. Safety First


* While you’re walking, remember to teach kids to look left, right and left before crossing the street.


* Continue to monitor for oncoming cars while crossing the street.


* Put away phones and headphones so that you can give your undivided attention


to your surroundings — and most impor- tantly — to your child.


* Does playing an organized sport above sound like a great idea? Make sure your


child has a sports participation physical exam prior to the first practice.


Swimming works several muscle


groups and offers endless possibilities for water games and activities


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