Archive for February, 2010
Every Friday night my the local roller skating rink they offer midnight skating. Usually the establishment is brimming with the local youth, but midnight skating is for adults only and serves as a viable alternative to the local bar scene. In fact, that is where I met my current girlfriend a few months back.
They often turn the lights down low for the event, and it can be difficult to see who you are skating with. However, I noticed a set of lighted skate wheels next to me that were moving in perfect harmony to the music. I quickly took the opportunity to engage the lovely lady, and we have been going out ever since.
Many sports and recreational activities come in and out of style, but there are a few mainstays that seem to transcend generations. Despite a variety of innovations and trendy new conveyances, roller skating has remained popular in American culture. While the style and nuances of the activity have evolvedm the basic concept has stayed the same.
You will be hard-pressed to find people donning the original quad roller skates, but there are still roller blades and options that even attach to your shoes. In my opinion, one of the reasons that roller skating has remained popular is its social nature. There are still roller skating rinks and people on roller skates can easily maintain the pace of walkers.
Getting your kids off of the couch can be a challenge for any parent in this day and age. From DVR to video games, there always is some stimulating form of entertainment at a kid’s fingertips. One of the secrets to getting your kids motivated to play outside and stay active is by cultivating an athletic mindset at an early age.
The best way to do this is by making active play fun and treating it as a reward instead of a punishment. Many parents take away video games and other electronics to curb bad behavior, but this only makes your child want those things that much more. I make a point of buying my kids entertaining and engaging toys, like Street Glider skate shoes and sports equipment, which encourages them to get outside.