Parents often come to us saying that their child does not want to go to gym class. Often this has to do with these children feeling intimidated or embarrassed in front of their peers or their teacher. These children may be getting teased by other kids or they may not...
This week, Energetic Juniors Certified Trainer Candice Pell talks about how to develop self-esteem. Self-esteem and fitness often go hand-in-hand. Children who are intimidated by gym class or sports activities with their peers often feel a lack of self-esteem when...
Katrina Phillip, one of our Energetic Juniors Certified trainers, asked one of our regular EJ clients, Noah, to explain why he enjoys being a part of Energetic Juniors. So often we get email feedback from clients’ parents, but every now and then, it is nice to...
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your child about feelings? Are you tired of getting the same, “I’m fine.” or “I’m good.” response day after day? One of my favorite parts of being a child therapist is helping children learn how to identify and express...
Is personal training for kids really effective? Is personal training for kids the same as training adults? What about strength training – isn’t it dangerous for kids? These are the questions parents ask us over and over again, so we thought we’d take a minute...
Some children naturally have a lot of confidence in themselves and in what they are capable of. They take on leadership roles, fight to be the stars of their class, and they excel in all areas that are expected of them. For other children, it can feel like an endless...
