Scoot into adventure for a peaceful night sleep.
How scooting helps little ones to fall asleep quicker and for longer
In partnership with Micro Scooters
A recent study suggests that for every hour of the day children are inactive it adds three minutes to the time it takes them to fall asleep. For all parents out there who are looking to steal back time in the evening. The secret is scooting.
Our friends at Micro Scooters, explain how adding scooting to the daily routine can promote positive sleep patterns and help young ones to truly thrive.
We all know how important exercise is for children, it is proven to help them fall asleep faster and stay asleep. Most children need at least one of exercise per day.
But did you know just how good scooting is for them too?
Scooting promotes positive sleep patterns
Not only is scooting a great way to speed up the nursery or school run, its fun, empowers with feelings of independence and is incredibly easy to build into your every day.
Here are 3 ways how scooting in the day can help children switch and nod off faster in the evening:
- The endorphins released during scooting elevates mood, giving a feel good boost. This helps build resilience and a growth mindset as well as being a great aid to feelings of accomplishment.
- Building scooting into a regular routine, such as the school run will signal to the body when it is time to start winding down at the end of the day. Routines are great for establishing healthy sleep patterns along, and when combined with comfortable bedding, they create an inviting sleep environment that helps children transition smoothly into restful nights. The right bedding not only enhances comfort but also adds a touch of fun to their bedtime routine, making it easier for kids to embrace sleep after an active day of scooting around.
. - When scooting you can focus on the ride and surroundings, it is a great way to promote mindfulness and a perfect distraction from what could sometimes be a tricky day. Encouraging children to be mindful can clear the mind before bedtime.
Scooting helps children develop gross motor skills
Gross motor skills refers to the way we use the core muscle groups in our bodies in order to get around effectively. Scooting helps to develop these muscle groups in the following ways:
- Balance: Moving on a scooter enhances overall stability.
- Coordination: Scooting involves pushing off with both legs while steering, promoting hand-eye coordination.
- Strength: Pushing with one foot while maintaining posture builds leg strength and core stability.
- Fine Motor Skills: Steering improves dexterity and fine motor control.
- Spatial Awareness: Navigating obstacles helps children understand their bodies in relation to their environment.
Scooting helps support cognitive growth
Good for the body and the brain too. Scooting gets the memory and mind working in several different ways:
- Problem Solving: Children learn to navigate their surroundings, assess obstacles, and choose the safest paths.
- Concentration: Successfully scooting requires focus and attention.
- Memory: Remembering routes and directions is an integral part of the experience.
- Planning: Adjusting speed and direction involves thinking ahead about movements.
- Social Interaction: Scooting with peers strengthens memory through shared positive experiences.
- Task Sequencing: Regular scooting practice helps children remember the steps involved in the activity.
Backed by science!
Micro scooters partnered with Brytesparks, a team of biomechanics experts, and found that riding a Micro Scooter really does boosts children’s confidence in their physical abilities.
It helps them to move with a better understanding of their own capabilities and limitations, making them less likely to take unnecessary risks. They actively seek new physical experiences, fostering a lifelong enjoyment of exercise and activity.
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