Stretch-n-Grow of Upstate SC

Our motor skill of the week is catching! In our classes we practice catching scarves,
bean bags, balls, and other fun equipment during our adventures. A fun way to practice at home is
to go outside and toss a ball back and forth.

Today is National Day of Encouragement. How can you encourage someone today? Here are three
easy ideas! ❤️
1. Thank them
2. Compliment them
3. Share how they made an impact on you

Show us those biceps! This week in we will be focusing on strengthening and learning
about our biceps!

Happy Labor Day from all of us at Stretch-n-Grow!

We are so grateful for the opportunity to work with so many children around the world.
We love to teach them how to love exercising and about how their bodies work. It’s so
fun when kids get to go home and teach their family the names of their BIG, STRONG
muscles! 💪🏼

This week in we are discussing how to eat the rainbow! Fruits and vegetables of different colors offer different health benefits. When we say “eat the
rainbow” we don’t mean to add colorful artificially made foods to your plate. Instead,
opt for naturally brightly colored fruits and vegetables.

Is your child experiencing some back-to-school anxiety? Give them a hug! “According
to a recent study, frequent hugging can actually help alleviate cold symptoms, and
previous research has shown that hugging can also reduce blood pressure, anxiety
and other ailments.” 🌟

This week we are celebrating family heroes in our classes! 🤟

Petro ❤️

If you’re making a few last-minute trips to the beach or lake before school starts, we just
want to remind you to always be water aware! Here are a few tips from the American
Red Cross. The full list can be found at the link below.
🌟 Swim in designated areas supervised by lifeguards.
🌟 Always swim with a buddy; do not allow anyone to swim alone.
🌟 Never leave a young child unattended near water and do not trust a child’s
life to another child; teach children to always ask permission to go near
water.
🌟 Have young children or inexperienced swimmers wear U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets around water, but do not rely on life jackets alone.
🌟 Maintain constant supervision.
Full list of water safety tips: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for emergencies/types-of-emergencies/water-safety/swim-safety.html

There’s nothing better than summertime snacks. Cold fruits and veggies are a perfect
choice on a hot day–AND they’re good for you! 🍏🍉

At Stretch-n-Grow, we love to GET KIDS MOVING! 💓

This week’s is Warrior 2. Here’s how you can practice at home:
1. Face the long side of your mat with your arms stretched straight out from your
shoulders and your feet parallel to each other in a wide stance. You want your
ankles approximately beneath your wrists.
2. Turn your right foot and knee to face the front of the mat.
3. Angle your left toes slightly in toward the upper left corner of the mat.
4. Bend your right knee and stack it over your right ankle.
5. Distribute your weight evenly between both legs. Press down through the outer
edge of your back foot.
6. Keep the crown of your head stacked over your pelvis and your shoulders over
your hips.
7. Reach strongly through both arms toward the front and back of the mat and
turn your head to look past your right fingertips.
8. Stay here for 5–10 breaths.
9. To come out of the pose, exhale as you press down through your feet, then
inhale and straighten your legs. Return your feet to parallel facing the left long
side of the mat.
10. Repeat on the other side.

Sun safety is so important! Don’t forget your hat and sunglasses. Your skin and eyes will
thank you later. ☼

#healthylife
#kidsworkout

This week in we are talking about the benefits of red foods:
✅ Protecting the body from some types of cancer.
✅ Reducing tumor growth.
✅ Protecting the body from harmful free radicals.
✅ Protecting the body against heart disease.
✅ Lowering blood pressure.
✅ Lowering LDL cholesterol, which is the bad cholesterol in the body.
✅ Supporting joint tissue for those with arthritis.
✅ Keeping one regular by aiding in gastrointestinal health.


Source: A healthier Michigan

“I believe in America because we have great dreams, and because we have the opportunity to make those dreams come true.” – Wendell L. Wilkie
Happy Independence Day! ⭐️ We hope you have a great day!

.intelligent.parent ❤️

good kids 💔

Actually, this applies to everyone.......

Parents with Confidence ❤️

Did you know that shoulder shrugs are a great exercise? They help with posture and supporting your neck. Pick up a weight in each hand to increase the intensity. 💪

In this week, our featured exercise is climbing. Many parks and playgrounds offer an opportunity for your child to work on this skill. Climbing a tree is
always fun too, with parent supervision, of course!

“Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, story-tellers, and
singers of song.” – Pam Brown
To all the Dads out there, you’re real-life superheroes! We hope you have the best
Father’s Day!

This is a day we LOVE to celebrate here at Stretch-N-Grow! National Eat Your Vegetables Day is the PERFECT day to add some extra veggies to your lunch or dinner.
A happy, colorful plate makes for a happy, healthy heart! 🥬🥕

Looking for something fun to do this week? Visit a ! All week in we are learning about why farmers are heroes too! Not only are you
supporting your local community, but you are more than likely going to see lower prices
on fruits and veggies. 🍓

“A hero is someone who gives his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” - Joseph Campbell. Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Stretch-n-Grow.

Happy Mother’s Day!!

Earth, the thing we ALL have in common. 💚 Happy Earth Day!