Apr 18, 2016
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...
Apr 18, 2016
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...
Mar 17, 2016
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...
Mar 2, 2016
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...
Feb 25, 2016
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...
Feb 22, 2016
First off, what is aerobic exercise? Aerobic exercise is movement that gets your blood pumping faster around your whole body. It makes your heart beat more quickly, causing your lungs to take in more oxygen. This causes you to breathe more heavily during the...
