Published: Monday, 5 January 2009
In last week’s installment of The Fit Family, we explored goal setting tips and techniques for the whole family. In case you’re in need of another fabulous goal to round out your list, look no further than this week’s column! As parents, we know it’s important to role model qualities like kindness, fairness, and patience. Children are also influenced by our daily habits such as personal hygiene and work ethic. What is often overlooked, however, is the impact our actions and attitudes can have on the health and fitness of our kids.
Published: Monday, 29 December 2008
As we embark on a new year, many of you will naturally pause to take stock of your accomplishments. But catch yourself before slipping into the “coulda, shoulda, wouldas.” Instead, focus on 2009 and all the hurdles you’ll jump and obstacles you’ll conquer. Take this positive approach while crafting your goals for the New Year. Goal setting is an important method of deciding what’s important in your life. Since accomplishing these goals builds self-confidence, goal setting is a tool that’s fit for the whole family.
Published: Monday, 22 December 2008
Oh, the joys of winter—chestnuts roasting on an open fire, sleigh bells, snow-topped mountains and…kids home from school for two weeks straight. It’s a lot more difficult to say, “Go out and play” when it’s 20 degrees outside. Never fear. You can battle your kids’ winter blahs by preparing an arsenal of indoor activities that will help them to expend their candy cane-fueled energy and nestle all snug in their beds.
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Published: Monday, 15 December 2008
Ever wonder how hard you’re really working while exercising? Stop wondering and start counting! Here is a handy formula to help determine if you’re hitting your Target Heart Rate during exercise. If the mere mention of the word “formula” sends you into math anxiety, be rest assured that this is a simple mathematical calculation that even I, the descendant of a long line of math-phobes, can master.
Published: Monday, 8 December 2008
In a previous column we explored fun strength training games for young children. As promised, we’ll now address exercises that cater to the needs of older kids, specifically pre-teens. The kids in this tricky category require exercises that aren’t too juvenile but still contain an underlying element of fun. Before we get started, you may want to refer to previous columns on the subject.
Published: Monday, 1 December 2008
Last week one of my students asked me if I could still do the splits. Still? Truth is, she was on to something. My splits aren’t what they used to be. As we age, our bodies become less flexible. Of course, the ability to do the splits isn’t necessary for those of us who aren’t cheerleaders or gymnasts. What is important, however, is the ability to maintain healthy mobility throughout our daily lives. Outlined below are a few select stretching positions that, if followed, will help you achieve this goal. Try them with your kids. Show them how flexible Mom (still) is.
Published: Monday, 24 November 2008
I bet I’m not alone in questioning my proficiency as a mother. There is a lot of emphasis placed on being a good mother in our society. It’s wonderful that motherhood is so valued in our culture, but at the same time, the expectations can be overwhelming. We’re supposed to be dedicated to mothering our kids and contributing to the household (and manage to look hot while we’re at it). It’s an ideal that at times seems out of reach.
Published: Monday, 17 November 2008
Every now and then, during my appearances in elementary schools, I run across a program that knocks my socks off. The Zest Quest wellness program now has that honor. Thanks to Zest Quest, students and faculty in fourteen South Carolina elementary schools benefit from a full-time wellness coach on campus. What’s a wellness coach? Sometimes used in large companies to reduce employee health care costs and increase worker productivity, wellness coaches motivate, educate, and support their clients toward creating a healthier lifestyle. The
Published: Monday, 10 November 2008
Kids love to show off their knowledge on a wealth of subjects. You’ve probably run across kids who amaze you with their knowledge of dinosaur facts or baseball stats. Even young children show an aptitude for learning and remembering facts. My three-year-old son knows the difference between a front-end loader truck and an excavator and corrects me when I get it wrong. Of course, this thirst for knowledge would be unremarkable if it were only about facts. In reality, it’s about passion.
Published: Monday, 3 November 2008
Recently I’ve noticed an upswing in the enrollment of ElectriKids’ after-school dance classes. I must specify that these dance classes are non-traditional. Kids show up in their regular school clothes. There are no mirrors, and students are encouraged to put their own style into the basic steps introduced during class. The increase in participation is great news since dancing is an effective tool in keeping kids healthy.
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