{"id":6285,"date":"2023-02-02T13:45:25","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T13:45:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=6285"},"modified":"2023-02-23T17:26:10","modified_gmt":"2023-02-23T17:26:10","slug":"half-term-activity-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/half-term-activity-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Half-term activity ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Yes you can get a great weight loss with Slimming World \u2013 even during the school holidays! We\u2019re here to help make your half-term as fun-packed as possible, with lots of suggestions for slimming-friendly things to make and do (and many of them don\u2019t cost a penny). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get your Free recipe book when you join group or Slimming World Online before 25th February<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

School holiday activities to try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Plan a big day out <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Spending a full day at a theme park or zoo can tot up a surprising number of steps. Many attractions open during \u2018out of season\u2019 school holidays, even if it\u2019s just partially, and a quick look at the website will tell you how much there is to do that\u2019s under cover (in case of February rain). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Varies, depending on the attraction. Family or group tickets can be better value \u2013 or search online for discounts and voucher codes.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tackle a big dig <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re thinking about getting your garden ready for spring, see if you can enlist some little helpers. Clearing, digging, weeding and planting seeds will mean you get to enjoy a spruced up outside space and<\/em> reap the Body Magic benefits of a full-body workout. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Slimming World Consultant India (@india.slimmingworld<\/a>) and her boys enjoyed hiking and planting some trees while volunteering for a community project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Free! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit a new playground <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chasing the kids around and pushing swings will definitely get your heart rate going. If you\u2019ve grown weary of your usual park, find somewhere new to re-spark <\/em>the excitement. Ask on social media for local favourites, or search here<\/a> \u2013 you could even set yourselves a challenge to visit a new park every day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Free! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make choc-apple lollies <\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These sweet little lollipops add a slice of fun to your five-a-day. They\u2019re so simple to make and you all get a healthy treat.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Cost: Low \u2013 raid your fruit bowl and just add chocolate and sprinkles! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level up your family walk <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Walking is free, you don\u2019t need any equipment and it\u2019s a great way to start your journey to being more active. Up the family-fun factor by taking scooters or bikes \u2013 or you could follow a trail through the woods looking for natural \u2018treasures\u2019. National Trust parks often offer scavenger hunts out of term time \u2013 or you can easily create your own (you\u2019ll find lots of printables online). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Free! <\/p>\n\n\n

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Enjoy the great indoors <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If the weather isn\u2019t playing ball, have an adventure inside instead. Trampoline parks, soft play, laser tag, crazy golf, obstacle courses, tenpin bowling, climbing walls, indoor ski slopes… the list goes on and on. Local leisure centres often have special timetables during the holidays, too, which can include everything from roller-skating to badminton. And if you join in, you\u2019ll give yourself a brilliant Body Magic boost.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Our member Cameron (@cameron_l_sw_<\/a>) and his girlfriend Sue (@slimmingworldsue_<\/a>), who\u2019s a Slimming World Consultant, went trampolining with Sue\u2019s son and bounced up a real sweat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Varies, depending on the activity. Sign up to the email mailing lists of any places you\u2019re interested in, so you don\u2019t miss out on special offers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get in the swim <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s an energy-burning, body-toning, stress-busting activity that works every major muscle group without putting pressure on your joints \u2013 which is why it\u2019s suitable for so many people. If little ones need a bit more to keep them occupied, a trip to a water park is a real treat \u2013 and an amazing option for a drizzly day.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Varies, depending on the venue (though local leisure centre pools are usually cheaper than water parks). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s ride! <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dry days are a perfect opportunity for a bike ride. If it\u2019s been a while since you were last in the saddle, a flat cycle trail is the safest bet (you\u2019ll find routes on the Sustrans website). If you\u2019ve got really young children, you could hire a bike with a trailer or child seat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Free if you have your own bikes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give them the runaround <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Organised running (or walking) events are brilliant for boosting your commitment to activity \u2013 they\u2019re also great for discovering new routes and meeting other runners. Going along to a Parkrun<\/a> is a good starting point, as there\u2019s likely to be one near you and they offer junior events, too.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Consultant Gemma (@dunston.lobleyhill.sw.with.gem<\/a>) ran a Mini Great North Run with her kids \u2013 and has signed up for the Newcastle Race for Life this summer. If you\u2019d like to give Race for Life a go, Slimming World is sponsoring this the events in 2023, and you can take part as a member \u2013 ask in group to find out how. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: Free! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eat lunch on the go\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Taking a pack-up will cut the cost of a family day out \u2013 and it means you have full control over your choices. Slimming World members will find loads of tips and recipes for slim-safe lunch-box fillers \u2013 including low-Syn sandwiches, quick quiches and satisfying salads \u2013 on our exclusive member app and website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find a lunch that packs a punch! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget, kids are welcome in group <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Slimming World, we\u2019re committed to giving you the help you need every week of the year \u2013 and you\u2019re more than welcome to bring little ones, too. Come along to group<\/a> this half-term to meet like-minded mums and dads and get lots of advice for slimming through those tricky school breaks. You\u2019ll also find lots of school-holiday support on Slimming World Online<\/a>, our digital-only service, which you can log onto whenever it suits you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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