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Forcing exercise?

NAS75635

Hi,

Should I force my daughter to exercise?

My high functioning 11 yr old daughter used to have swimming lessons but hated going as part of a group.

An orthopedic surgeon told me that she should swim during her teenage years because it is good for her back development.

I told her that as an alternate she can swim lengths with me on the weekend- she could do one or the other at her choice.

She is now refusing to swim with me on the weekend and I dont know whether to insist or not or just put her back in the group lesson for not playing her part of the bargain.

I just do not know what to do anymore.

If we do not go then apart from school and meal times, she does not leave her bedroom at all.

Any thoughts??

 thank you.

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  • In m opinion, 

    Set a good example: Children often model the behavior of their parents, so make sure to prioritize your own physical activity and make it a family affair.

    Find activities that your daughter enjoys: Instead of forcing your daughter to do a specific exercise or activity, find something that she enjoys, such as dancing, swimming, or playing a sport. due to this you can slowly convince her for swim.

    Be flexible: Some days, your daughter may not feel like exercising. Be understanding and allow her to skip a day or choose a different activity.

    Make it fun: Incorporate fun activities, games, and challenges to make exercise enjoyable for your daughter.

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  • In m opinion, 

    Set a good example: Children often model the behavior of their parents, so make sure to prioritize your own physical activity and make it a family affair.

    Find activities that your daughter enjoys: Instead of forcing your daughter to do a specific exercise or activity, find something that she enjoys, such as dancing, swimming, or playing a sport. due to this you can slowly convince her for swim.

    Be flexible: Some days, your daughter may not feel like exercising. Be understanding and allow her to skip a day or choose a different activity.

    Make it fun: Incorporate fun activities, games, and challenges to make exercise enjoyable for your daughter.

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