Raising Health-Conscious Kids

Health awareness is on the rise. Obesity is on the rise. Kids and teens need more fitness related activities. Physical education programs in schools are on the decline. Today’s children are more world-savvy and environmentally aware than earlier generations. Children today are less physically active than previous generations. Today’s kids are technology addicts. Children and teens are at higher risk for heart disease, diabetes and other health-related illness. These statements, some seemingly contradictory, are all generalizations; they are also all true. So, how do we, as parents, raise health-conscious, healthy children?

Health awareness is more than just telling our kids…

Your New Morning Routine

Summer has almost swept away but there is still time before school rolls around to practice a new morning routine. Word of caution: at first you may be discouraged when you feel more exhausted than usual, but soon it will pay off and your body will be performing and looking better than ever with these few simple steps!

1. Go to bed by 11PM each night.
2. Go to the gym each morning (at least 5 days a week!) For example, I arrive at my gym by 7:30 AM and have to be at work by 8:45. My workplace is down the street…
   

5 Healthy Habits You Should Know

Here are a few tips to a healthier you this summer!

1. Eco-Friendly: Who knew the best workouts were free?!  This summer after signing up for my first gym membership and having several training sessions I discovered the world’s best kept secret: 8 Minute Abs. The source: YouTube! It is fun, safe and effective and can be done every 24 hours! I have already seen results and I am pleased.
2. Snack Time: Looking for a refreshing and guilt free snack on a hot summer day? Try Mott’s cinnamon applesauce. If you are feeling adventurous, you could sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon…
   

Start your child’s summer with a SPLASH!

Swimming is a sport that everyone can learn at any age. Everyone from 2 year olds to 100 year olds can learn and benefit from swimming. Swimming is both relaxing and effective. If taught properly, from an early age, it can teach kids how safely exercise and play while having fun doing it!

Here are some tips to start your child’s summer with a SPLASH!

1. Encourage swimming from an early age. If you do not have a pool, invest in a local swim club membership. Be sure to sign up early…they are in high demand and most places have a waiting…
   

Reducing Pounds and Pain

Being overweight is never healthy. Obesity puts your body at risk for many health risks, such as heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and even some forms of cancer, as years pass. Added weight holds particular additional difficulties, however, for people with joint and muscle pain. This is primarily because extra body weight puts excessive stress on weight bearing joints like the knees, and it just seems to be harder to lose unwanted pounds as you grow older.

How do you manage weight loss and pain at the same time? Each is difficult on its own, but the fact is, their management…