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Everyone knows that one of the hardest things about trying to get fit is finding the time! Raising kids, grocery shopping, working, cooking, and trying to fit in gym-time isn’t easy; but I always say that “you’ll find time for things that matter to you!”   For...

Fueling active children and teens becomes even more complicated when exercise is involved! But, choosing the right foods at the right times can help assure kids are performing their best when engaging in physical activity. It may take some experimentation, but with...

Back in the summer of 2016, I auditioned for the world tour of West Side Story. That same afternoon, got a call from the producer, offering me the job. When October rolled around, I embarked on a year-and-a-half long journey around the world in an experience I will...

  Bullying is, unfortunately, not uncommon. The worst part is that it never truly goes away. Your siblings may bully you, classmates may bully you; even when you grow up, coworkers may bully you. Anyone who claims to have never been bullied in their life has...

  My 9 year old wants to workout in the gym with me, but I don't know what equipment is safe or not for his age. Is she too young to get on a treadmill  etc.?   This is a great problem to have! It’s a good sign when your child is interested in your workouts....

Kids have A LOT of energy, as any parent of a child from the age of 6 to 12 knows. And there is a reason for this. Children need to exercise. It is a crucial part of their growth and development. These days, young people rarely get all the wonderful and varied...

When it is so cold and snowy outside, do you ever find yourself not wanting to leave your home? Does it feel like you have been cooped up for days? Are you and your family starting to get cabin fever? Are your kids starting to get their hands on things that they...

  We want to share some workouts for kids at home that will keep them occupied and engaged on those days when they’re cooped up inside.   Best of all, the workouts are so much fun kids won’t even know they’re working out and are actually gaining powerful...

My son could literally play video games from morning to night if allowed. How can I inspire a non-athletic pre-teen to get up and move. Also, how often should he get up?   It’s very common for pre-teens to be infatuated with the computer screen. In fact, this was...

Some parents ask me to push their kids further so they sweat and "get a good workout". Unfortunately, this exercise-to-exhaustion myth hasn't gone the way of weight-lifting belts and “no pain, no gain’. Sweating is a fitness myth for kids.   Common Misconceptions...