Flying a kite may be the ultimate carefree pastime. That makes it the perfect metaphor - and a fine activity - for health promotion. Some people approach getting healthier as an exercise in self-discipline, a triumph of the will over the sometimes recalcitrant body. read more
Exercise: Kite flying puts you in an environment that’s conducive to outdoor play. If you like to get your kite in the air with a running start (even though the wind usually does the work for you), the sprints could help get your heart rate up. read more