I am so excited that spring is finally here. We had a run of really nice weather here in western Pennsylvania, though you never know what to expect here. It's possible it may even snow for Easter! But at my house, we're really hoping for warm spring weather so that we can get out and get active as a family. I think we've all got a bit of cabin fever from being stuck inside all winter.
One of the things we like to do is walk around our mobile home park. We spend time getting exercise, but also talking and learning about what's going on in each other's lives. Walking is one of the best forms of exercise, and I try to encourage the kids to walk with me at least a couple times a week. Before we know it, summer vacation will be here, and the kids will be out of school. They're looking forward to getting new bikes this summer, and I've been thinking that a new bike might be in my future as well. I know that it's important for parents to model an active lifestyle if they expect their kids to get outside and be active as well.

A new program that encourages families to get active is Together Counts. Together Counts is a nationwide program inspiring active and healthy living. The principle behind the program is Energy Balance. This concept means balancing the calories we use with the calories we burn. While the concept may be simple, it's so easy to forget with today's busy lifestyles. Together Counts is a first-of-its-kind coalition bringing together more than 195 retailers, food and beverage manufacturers, restaurants, sporting goods and insurance companies, trade associations and non-governmental organizations and professional sports organizations. The purpose of Together Counts is to get more families eating and getting active together with a message of moderation. You can learn more at their website.
I don't know about you, but I'm all about a company whose mission it is to support a healthy lifestyle for families. I encourage you to sign up a team at Together Counts and start working toward that healthy lifestyle we all hope to attain. To celebrate their first anniversary and get the word out, Together Counts is holding a sweepstakes at their Facebook page. Prizes include gift cards, George Foreman Grills and a membership to Anytime Fitness. You can also find Together Counts on Twitter and Pinterest.
Finally, Together Counts would love for you to join them as they celebrate Child Nutrition Month with a Twitter party on April 3rd from 8 - 9 pm EST. Of course, there will be prizes, including $50 same-as-cash gift cards! Head on over to Resourceful Mommy to learn more and to RSVP. Have fun getting active this spring and summer, and let me know in the comments how you and your family exercise and eat healthy together. I'd love some more inspiration!





























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