Joy First, Fitness Second: Why Fun is the Key to Long-Term Wellness

Joy First, Fitness Second: Why Fun is the Key to Long-Term Wellness

If I’ve learned anything in my eight years as a youth trainer, it’s this: no one can force a child to enjoy exercise. It has to come naturally. My motto is—and always has been—fun comes first, fitness comes second. When fitness feels like play or aligns with an...
Exercises for Good Posture!

Exercises for Good Posture!

Good posture allows us to breathe easier and exudes confidence. Try these poses and exercises with your family for better core strength and to combat rounded shoulders and back.Start on your belly…Y,T,W – Arms form a Y, T, and W shape. Lift head, chest, and...
How Sidewalk Chalk Can Spark Active Play

How Sidewalk Chalk Can Spark Active Play

Remember the simple joy and excitement of a brand-new box of sidewalk chalk? Those bright, fun colors could transform a patch of pavement into your very own canvas, allowing you to transform your world. Times have changed since you were a kid, but a box of sidewalk...
Want to Work Out More? Get Your Kids Involved!

Want to Work Out More? Get Your Kids Involved!

The daily realities of parenthood can leave you feeling like there’s barely a spare minute in the day, let alone time for a full workout. Sound familiar? If so, you’re definitely not alone. But what if you could make your little ones double as your workout buddies?...
The Connection Between Exercise and the Brain

The Connection Between Exercise and the Brain

The connection between exercise and the brain is extremely impressive, and having a regular exercise program for your child will have more than just physical benefits!   Let’s start with the science! Exercise positively affects brain chemistry. It gets those...