At Bright Eyes Family Vision Care, we love kids, community, and health. And that is why we are a big supporter of Little Strides Fitness! Little Strides Fitness is a Westchase-based enrichment program offered in schools around the Tampa Bay area. The age-appropriate lessons promote fitness, wellness, and fun. They emphasize the following areas:
Fitness - fundamentals to develop motor skills, coordination, balance and strength.
Wellness - lessons teach basics in nutrition, safety and other healthy habits.
Fun - the right combination of activities allow kids to laugh, play and just be kids.
I think this is wonderful, because being outside and being active is an important aspect of having a healthy, normally-developed vision system. Reading books and using digital devices can provide excellent brain stimulation, but there is no substitute for good ole' outdoor fun. That is why Bright Eyes has sponsored one of the Little Strides Kickball teams.
Research has shown that spending time outdoors is helpful in limiting worsening eye glasses prescriptions. So spending time outside playing kickball is a great idea.
But the Florida sun is bright and you want to be protected from UV rays. So wear sunscreen and sunglasses! To help out, Bright Eyes donated sunglasses to all the Little Strides Kickball players. Here is a picture of Team Bright Eyes sporting their shades. Here is a Vine of Team Bright Eyes in action.
Little Stride Team Bright Eyes
And don't forget! Sunday, August 4th is the Great Glasses Play Day! Tons of activities for kids (and grown-ups!). Free sunglasses (like those above) for all kids!
All the best!
By Nathan Bonilla-Warford, OD
Bright Eyes Family Vision Care
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