Active Living Activities for the Whole Family: Guide to Physical and Mental Wellness
Key Takeaways
- Family activities can significantly boost physical and mental health at every age.
- Outdoor and home-based wellness routines foster bonding and reduce stress.
- Accidents can happen during play; be prepared with a suitable personal accident plan.
- Personal accident insurance plans like PA Assurance help keep everyone protected.
Why Active Living Matters for Every Age
Staying active isn’t just for fitness buffs; it’s a lifestyle that benefits the whole family. From young children to ageing parents, everyone gains something valuable from movement and mindful activities. Whether it’s a beach day or a living room dance-off, family active activities promote cardiovascular health, improve immunity, and lead to better sleep.
But it’s not just physical wellness that matters. Regular movement supports mental wellbeing too. Activities like hiking or yoga can reduce stress, improve mood, and even enhance focus, especially helpful for school-going children and busy adults.
While movement is healthy, it’s not without risk. From common childhood injuries like sprains to unexpected tumbles during playtime, it’s wise to pair active living with personal accident coverage that suits your family’s lifestyle.
Family-Friendly Activities That Promote Wellness
Outdoor Adventures
Make the most of Singapore’s parks, beaches, and trails. Try hiking at MacRitchie Reservoir, cycling at East Coast Park, or beach games at Sentosa. These family active activities encourage aerobic fitness and offer a much-needed break from screen time. Plus, the added boost of Vitamin D supports bone and immune health.
Tip: Stay safe by keeping everyone hydrated, using sun protection, and wearing proper gear, especially for young children and seniors.
Home-Based Movement
Rainy day? No problem. A happy home is a great place to move in. Host a backyard yoga session, set up a dance party, or create a family HIIT circuit that’s suitable for all ages. These family active activities build coordination, strength, and flexibility in a fun and familiar setting.
Don’t forget to stretch and look after joints, especially for kids and elderly members who may be more prone to strain or falls.
Mindful Practices Together
Not all movement needs to be high energy. Breathing exercises, kids’ meditation games, and bedtime visualisation routines can improve emotional regulation and bring the family closer. Mindfulness is a quiet yet powerful way to support mental wellness at home.
Weekend Activity Goals
Create a shared fitness calendar to try something new every weekend. Go bowling, try indoor rock climbing, or visit a trampoline park. These outings encourage bonding, but they’re also potential accident zones. Always ensure you’re equipped with the right safety gear, and consider insurance that covers recreational injuries.
Staying Safe While Staying Active: Why Accident Protection Matters
Physical activity comes with risk, even when it's meant to be light-hearted fun. Children tumble, teens take risks, and parents often push through fatigue. Whether it’s a twisted ankle on a hike or a fall at a trampoline park, accidents can disrupt your family’s routine and finances.
With personal accident insurance plans in place, you're better prepared for the unexpected. Having PA Assurance means you won’t have to worry as much about medical expenses or recovery support.
Which Personal Accident Plan Fits Your Family’s Lifestyle?
PA Secure
A flexible and affordable option with 24/7 worldwide protection. May be suitable for adults who regularly engage in family active activities, this plan covers accidental medical costs, fractures, and hospitalisation needs.
PA Assurance
Offers extended support, including hospital income and mobility aid coverage. This can be a great fit for families or anyone who may require longer recovery periods. It’s also suitable for those who want more peace of mind.
Here are the key benefits of PA Assurance:
- Get coverage for unexpected accidents from only $0.55 a day1;.
- Up to $20,0002 medical expenses coverage per accident. Reduce your
- financial burden in the event of unexpected accidents, including sports injuries3.
- Up to $1,500,0004 for permanent disability due to an accident. We will support you with a lump-sum payout if you become permanently disabled due to an injury caused by an accident.
- Optional infectious diseases cover. We provide the most extensive range of coverage for infectious disease in Singapore. With PA Assurance, you can be protected against 25 infectious diseases5 including Chicken Pox, Shingles, Dengue Fever, Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) and more.
- Bigger savings with 40% off your child’s premiums6 by insuring under the same policy with either you or your spouse.
Simple Habits That Encourage Long-Term Wellness
Active living isn’t just about exercise, it’s about building a healthy routine. Consider:
- Family meal prep sessions to encourage nutritious eating
- Limiting screen time and replacing it with outdoor play
- Celebrating movement milestones together (like completing your first family hike)
- Keeping a well-stocked first-aid kit and your family’s insurance plans up to date
These small habits build strong foundations for healthier, happier lives.
Healthy, Happy, and Protected Together
When you make active activities part of your family routine, you’re not just working on fitness, you’re investing in a lifetime of joy, resilience, and bonding. Protecting your loved ones with the right personal accident plan ensures that a mishap doesn’t derail your wellness journey.
Whether you're dancing in the living room or conquering a weekend trail, protect your loved ones with Income’s PA Secure or PA Assurance; because family wellness includes peace of mind.
Want to know more about our personal accident insurance plans? Contact us today to get your questions answered. We are ready to help!
1 This premium rate is applicable for Group A occupation, under Basic Plan coverage (without infectious disease cover) with yearly payment arrangement.
2 This benefit limit is applicable under Prestige Plan. We pay for the medical expenses for injury due to an accident up to the maximum benefit limit or up to a period of 12 months from the date of the accident, whichever comes first.
3 Coverage for sports injury is subject to the terms and conditions of the policy. Please refer to the policy conditions for the full list of exclusions.
4 This benefit limit is applicable under Prestige Plan. It is subject to the scale of compensation as shown in the Policy Contract. We pay this benefit if you become permanently disabled within 12 months from the date of accident.
5 This plan does not cover infectious disease diagnosed within 14 days from the policy start date as well as any infectious disease which has been announced as:
(a) an epidemic by the health authority in Singapore or the Government of the Republic of Singapore; or
(b) a pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO), from the date of such announcement until the epidemic or pandemic ends.
6 Under Basic, Classic and Superior Plan for children who are:
- under 18 years of age; or
- under 25 years of age, unmarried and not on full-time employment, and are primarily dependent on the insured person for maintenance and support. For example, full-time students or national servicemen.
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