25 November
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Fortunately, almost all elementary schools nationwide have physical education as required curriculum for its students. Here are some other great tips from kidsource.com to help encourage other types of get moving programs into your child’s school. KEEP MOVING-Elizabeth
Promote collaboration between physical education and classroom teachers. For example, physical education teachers might provide ideas for “fitness breaks” [...]
25 November
A recent trend in the fitness industry is balance training. Although it is a more popular form of training for the elderly, this article from about.com sheds light on the importance of improving your balance at any age, or fitness level. Try reading this article while standing on one foot. KEEP MOVING- Elizabeth.
Pain caused by sprained ankles, and a [...]
20 November
Bike riding is a great way to get exercise and fresh air and share time as a family. But before you and the kids rush out and start pedaling, there’s an important factor that you need to consider — safety.
Helmet Basics
Bicycle helmet use should not be optional for anyone in your family, no matter where [...]
20 November
Bike riding is a great way to get exercise and fresh air and share time as a family. But before you and the kids rush out and start pedaling, there’s an important factor that you need to consider — safety.
Helmet Basics
Bicycle helmet use should not be optional for anyone in your family, no matter where [...]
20 November
Do your kids come home from school, starved and ready to raid the refrigerator?!? Most kids due and although post school is too early for dinner, lunch has long passed and it is definitely time for a healthy snack to refuel until dinner time.  Instead of worrying about ruining their dinners use this snack as an [...]
20 November
Do your kids come home from school, starved and ready to raid the refrigerator?!? Most kids due and although post school is too early for dinner, lunch has long passed and it is definitely time for a healthy snack to refuel until dinner time. Instead of worrying about ruining their dinners use this snack as an [...]
18 November
Is your expensive piece of cardio equipment collecting dust in the corner of your basement? You’re not alone. Although many Americans own several pieces of fitness equipment, there is a lack of motivation to use them. The following tips from Liz Neporent should help kick start your home workouts. Grab those dumbells and get your laundry [...]
18 November
There are many opinions on how, when, and how often to stretch the muscles. After reading many articles and journals alike, it seems the most recent research suggests post-workout stretches to be the most beneficial.  This article from Oxygen Magazine answers many of the questions we all have about flexibility, and preventing injury by reaching for our toes. [...]
15 November
Running is an awesome sport that millions of Americans do. Marathon running is getting even more popular each and every year with the participants in marathons increasing by leaps and bounds. Here is a great article on tips for marathon running by Jonathan Roche. Â
Top 10 Tips for Running Your First Marathon
Jonathan Roche
1. Taper for [...]
15 November
This is a great article recognizing the importance of physical activities for girls. It is often the case that as girls get older the less physically active they become. Parents and educators can play play a big part in encourage girls-especially teens to be more physically active. Read the following article from the National Bone [...]
