June is traditionally a special time to celebrate the men in our lives. Here are some tips that can improve a man’s health and also benefit the entire family.

•Time is a gift; give it to share it. Make a date for a regular activity and support each other in a healthy lifestyle. Commit to doing yardwork together every Saturday or taking regular walks every other evening after dinner.

•Does he like to cook? Give him a healthy cookbook for his collection. Provide him with new grill accessories and encourage replacing unhealthy options with grilled fresh vegetables, fish and seafood.

•Give him a surprise activity, such as a long bike ride, a day hike, doubles tennis with two other family members or an afternoon of golf.

•A subscription to a health and fitness or sports magazine that matches his interests will be a gift that keeps on giving sound advice for his healthy lifestyle.

•A healthy brain is a happy brain. Give him books of puzzles and brain teasers. Play board games with him and the rest of the family.

•Give him a membership to a gym or a weight-loss support group.

This article is provided by TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly).