Try pairing up two Thanksgiving favorites into one dish this year. The sweetness of the potatoes will cut the bitterness of the Brussels sprouts, and pairing a more familiar food with a new food will help with acceptance from picky eaters. Depending on your family’s...
Stretching is one of the best ways to prevent injuries. Not only does stretching increase mobility, but it will keep your muscles flexible, allowing for smoother recovery and preparing them for the demands of your everyday life. If you feel your lower back has been...
This week’s fun fitness game takes no equipment and very little space. Come and play “Get Up!” with us! The goal of the game is to see how many different ways you can get up from the ground into a standing position. 1. Designate a small space in your...
You don’t need a drill sergeant, you need a motivator. Often times, we associate personal trainers as those angry drill sergeant from the movies screaming “DROP DOWN AND GIVE ME 100 PUSHUPS!” That couldn’t be further from the truth. All children are different, and the...
You’ve likely heard the benefits of sharing family meals. From better grades, to lower depression risk and improved self-esteem, there’s no doubt that eating dinner together is beneficial for the whole family. With hectic fall schedules starting up again, getting...
BACK TO SCHOOL FITNESS The most important item on any back to school checklist should be the gift of health and fitness. It is a skill that, once learned, will benefit your child during their formative years and beyond. BENEFITS OF FITNESS We all know the...
