Seasoned Athlete

When was the last time you took a moment to play? To really just do something fun, like when you were a kid? Perhaps it’s a game of hopscotch, or even just doing a puzzle, play really is important when it comes to your overall well being. On today’s episode, I’m talking to Pat Rumbaugh, The Play Lady and executive director of Let's play America, all about how to incorporate more playful fun into your life and why it truly matters! We discuss:- The power of play and why it’s something to prioritize as we age. - How play can increase physical movement and support a healthy lifestyle. - When she started to notice play becoming less popular and what she did about it.  - The types of play you can start to incorporate right now. -  … and more!Here are some highlights.  How Pat discovered the gap in sports and play. “I was a physical education teacher and coach for years at the Washington International School, and I have two children, grown children now, and I observed that if children found an activity they lov