Partner Resources
Partner resources are tools, ideas, and ready-to-use materials that help families, schools, community groups, and health workers promote physical activity, healthy eating, and fun family time. These resources make it simple to share quick tips, create engaging social media posts, offer tasty drink recipes, and deliver effective training sessions. The goal is to support partners in spreading the message that small daily changes lead to big health improvements. Below are practical, easy-to-use sections you can share directly or adapt for workshops, newsletters, or online groups.
31 Quick Tips
Here are 31 short, actionable tips you can hand out as flyers, post on bulletin boards, or read aloud in meetings. Each one takes seconds to understand but builds lifelong habits.
Walk after every meal for ten minutes.
Turn off screens during dinner and talk instead.
Replace soda with water flavored with lemon or cucumber.
Do ten squats while brushing teeth twice a day.
Play tag or hide-and-seek for fifteen minutes after school.
Take stairs instead of elevators whenever possible.
Dance to one song every morning to wake up the family.
Keep a fruit bowl on the counter and hide snacks out of sight.
Set a family goal of 10,000 steps a day and track together.
Stretch for five minutes before bedtime to relax muscles.
Make fruit smoothies instead of buying sugary drinks.
Walk or bike to nearby places instead of driving short distances.
Do jumping jacks during TV commercials.
Grow a small herb or vegetable pot at home with kids.
Play music and have a five-minute dance party before homework.
Eat dinner at the table without phones or television.
Try one new vegetable every week as a family challenge.
Do wall push-ups while waiting for food to cook.
Walk the dog together or take turns walking a neighbor’s pet.
Make homemade popsicles with fruit juice and yogurt.
Play hopscotch or draw with chalk on the driveway.
Do arm circles or leg swings during phone calls.
Pack lunches with at least one fruit and one vegetable.
Try family yoga videos for ten minutes before bed.
Ride bikes around the block after dinner.
Use stairs for quick up-and-down games with kids.
Make a rule: no sitting during TV breaks.
Try new sports or games once a month as a family.
Drink water before every meal to feel fuller.
Celebrate small wins with high-fives or hugs, not food rewards.
Smile and say one thing you are thankful for during family walks.
Facebook Posts
Here are ready-to-copy Facebook posts you can share on partner pages, community groups, or personal profiles. Each includes a short caption, emoji, and call to action to boost engagement.
“Walking after dinner changed our evenings! 🌙 Who else takes a family stroll? Drop a 🚶♀️ if you do!”
“Quick tip: Dance to one song every morning! 🎶 It wakes everyone up happy. Try it tomorrow and tag us!”
“Replace soda with infused water. Lemon + cucumber = refreshing! 🍋🥒 Who’s trying this week?”
“Kids full of energy? Play tag in the yard for 10 minutes. Instant tired smiles! 😄 Tag a friend who needs this!”
“Small steps add up! We started with 5,000 steps a day. Now we hit 10,000. What’s your family goal? 👇”
“Family dance party tonight? Clear the living room and go! 💃🕺 Share your favorite song below!”
“Fruit on the counter = fruit eaten! 🍎🍊 Keep it visible and watch the magic happen.”
“Jumping rope challenge! Who can jump for 1 minute straight? 🏃♂️ Show us your video!”
“No gym? No problem! Stairs count as exercise. Up and down 10 times = win! 🏆”
“Mom tip: Make chores active! Race to put away toys. Fun + clean house = double win!”
Loteria Drink Recipes
Loteria-themed drinks add fun to family events, health workshops, or community gatherings. These non-alcoholic recipes use fresh fruit and simple ingredients for colorful, healthy hydration.
El Sol (Sun) – Orange-Pineapple Cooler
2 cups fresh orange juice
1 cup pineapple chunks
1 cup water
1 tablespoon honey
Ice
Blend until smooth. Serve with orange slice garnish.
La Luna (Moon) – Blueberry-Lime Sparkler
1 cup fresh blueberries
Juice of 2 limes
2 cups sparkling water
1 tablespoon honey
Muddle blueberries, add lime juice and honey, top with sparkling water and ice.
El Corazón (Heart) – Strawberry-Watermelon Refresher
2 cups watermelon cubes
1 cup strawberries
Juice of 1 lime
1 cup cold water
Blend and strain if you want it smooth. Serve over ice.
La Estrella (Star) – Mango-Ginger Glow
2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cubed
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Juice of 1 lime
1 cup coconut water
Blend until creamy. Add ice and serve.
Training
Training partners to deliver family fitness messages is easy with these steps.
Keep sessions short (30–60 minutes) and interactive.
Start with icebreakers: Ask everyone to share one fun family activity they already do.
Share 5–10 quick tips from the list above and let groups discuss how to use them.
Do a 10-minute activity together (dance, tag, or walking relay).
Give partners ready materials: tip sheets, Facebook post examples, Loteria drink recipes.
End with action plans: Each person commits to one activity they will try with families.
Follow up in one month to share successes and challenges.
Training works best when it feels supportive, not lecture-style. Use stories, laughter, and real-life examples. Partners leave feeling confident and excited to share.
Family fitness is about connection, fun, and small steps that add up to big changes. Use these resources to inspire movement, healthy eating, and joyful time together. Every walk, dance, game, or shared meal builds stronger bodies and stronger families.