Dan Go emphasized the role of parental behavior in helping build physically resilient kids, using parents in a post on X to lead by example when it comes to fitness and nutrition.

“The more parents exercise and eat healthy the more it becomes normalized for their kids,” he wrote. “We don’t just pass down our genetics. We pass on our habits. If you want your kids to be fit you must set the example.”

His statement reflects a growing body of research showing that parental modeling significantly influences children’s long-term health choices, especially regarding physical activity and eating behaviors.

According to the CDC, youth who grow up in homes where healthy eating and exercise are part of the routine are more likely to maintain these behaviors into adulthood.

Dan Go is a fitness coach and entrepreneur who shares health and performance advice to his large online following. He frequently writes about the intersection of family life, resilience, and fitness.