Children and Fitness

Today we have a brain teaser for you! In which United States’ state would you be more likely to find a yoga studio called “Big Yoga?” Did you say, “Texas?!” Congrats! Folks in Texas seem to do most everything “BIG.” Big Yoga in Houston is no exception. Big Yoga offers many programs, including Kids Yoga [...]

In a newly release study led by Dr. Jacob Barkley of Kent State University reveals that children who are socially excluded exercise less, leading to a risk for obesity. Social acceptance has long been recognized as a critical component of a child’s life and self-esteen. Read Dr. Barkley’s new findings here” We understand that children [...]

Personal trainers for kids? Is this just a novel concept or does it really work? Staff at the Southdale YMCA in Edina, Minnesota say it really works. In fact they’ve seen an increase in the past few years of kids asking for and enrolling in a program with a personal trainer. The statistic that 1-3 [...]

Reducing childhood obesity through 30 minutes of exercise per day is the goal of the Shape Up Across Oregon program. Since budget cuts in public schools have had a negative impact on the availability of structured physical activities, many local and state organizations are picking up the slack. There is obviously still a demand for [...]

Former Tennessee Titan cheerleaders join with the Williamson County Park and Recreation program to teach cheer classes beginning in March. How cool is that?! Wish I was a kid again. The cheer clinic is part of the Rhythm and Spirit class schedule of tumbling, dance and cheer classes offered through the Williamson County program for [...]