May 27, 2018
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5.28.18: Keep Kids Moving All Summer!
Summer break is upon us - Time for a more relaxed routine, no homework, and no gym class...
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March 13, 2018
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3.12.18: Keeping Kids Active During School Breaks
Spring Break season is here - families are hitting the beach, hitting the slopes, or hanging at home. More unstructured time can lead to more screen time - we need to make sure our kiddos keep moving when gym class is not in session. American children...
March 4, 2018
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3.5.18: The Family That Plays Together
One of the hottest fitness trends of 2018 is family fitness classes and competitions, meeting the rising demand for families to be more active together. More parents are encouraging their kids to exercise with them, because they know it leads to healthy habits, and mitigates...
February 18, 2018
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2.19.18: Physical Education in Schools: Girls vs. Boys?
Interested in gender parity in fitness? Start early. Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and Northumbria University show that getting girls involved in physical fitness programs in early elementary school may level the playing field in terms of participation and engagement. Sian Lawson, senior lecturer...
February 11, 2018
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2.12.18: Exercise Mellows and Focuses the Minds of ADHD Kids
As the parent of an ADHD kiddo, I’m always looking for ways to tweak our lifestyle to allow my son to harness his “gifts” to his advantage. There’s no doubt that movement alleviates his symptoms and allows my little guy to focus more in class. He’s...