It is understood that children are directly influenced by their parents. Parents are a child's first role model and they play a great part in shaping the child. The morals and values of children tend to be correlated with those of their parents. On the other hand, parents themselves are influenced by their children in that just having children seems to be a motivating factor that can change parents behavior.
Additionally, parenthood is a great responsibility and may motivate adults to reach a level of maturity they otherwise may not have reached. Raising children can be a inspiring factor for adults to make changes in their lives that will be beneficial for the child. These changes can be as simple as buying a new home or as dramatic as quitting a hazardous habit. A child's influence on their parents is a phenomenal experience that is easily overlooked.
Because of this many parents are motivated to lose weight and exercise in order to keep up with their children. Kids are full of energy and it is important for their parent to be able to keep up. Having young kids is a motivating factor to get out and exercise. Also, some parents might express their goals to their children. In doing this, children can help monitor a parent's food intake and remind them to exercise when they have been lagging. Older children who are more athletic can easily inspire and motivate their parents to get out on the field with them and practice, or go for a run for conditioning.
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