Jan 6, 2025
Listen to your child. This may seem like a given, but this is one of the most overlooked areas in child development as it relates to physical activity. As parents we always feel we know what’s best for our child. But please know that a child’s self-esteem and...
Dec 14, 2024
As parents we get caught up with work life and juggling family duties. We tend to forget that we have, or once had, interest and hobbies like playing a sport, dancing, playing an instrument and engaging in physical activities. Bring back what you enjoyed to your...
Nov 1, 2024
A Family-Friendly Park Workout Challenge! In honor of the cooler fall days coming, I created a family-friendly park workout that can be a fun addition for any family outing— plus the kids will love trying to keep up with mom or dad! All you need is a park bench (and...
Oct 22, 2024
We often hear from parents that they feel their child lacks good balance because they’re always falling down. What parents need to understand is that children, especially ages 2-8, love falling down. Children love to move on all planes (hi, mid, lo, back and...
Sep 13, 2024
Keep the spirit of the Olympics alive. Stay active while learning the mechanics of a sport/new sport or mimic the fitness motions of your favorite athlete. For example, get a timer and who will fatigue quicker while doing swimmers arms- (some use as a warm-up for the...
Aug 8, 2024
Let’s get AEROBIC! Why is aerobics important for children? Endurance develops when kids regularly get aerobic activity. During aerobic exercise, large muscles are moving, the heart beats faster, and a person breathes harder. Aerobic activity strengthens the...
