Children and Fitness

A variety of well know organizations are speaking out about the benefits of strength training for children as young as seven or eight. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Sport Medicine talk about the value of strength training for young athletes as well as children who are dealing with obesity.l They [...]

Allison Scanlon, a Sag Harbor mother of three and founder of Hamptons Youth Sports had an idea. She wanted her kids to play sports even if they weren’t chosen to be on the “star” players teams. She remembered that Michael Jordan was cut twice. Read more about her desire and what she has accomplished: Kudos [...]

How about some “Fit for Fun” activities today? Almost sounds like an oxymoron, doesn’t it?! “Fit for Fun???” Yet, the Loew’s hotel in Santa Monica offers pint-sized fitness warrior just that. How about some: – yoga on the beach – surfing in the Pacific Ocean – running from the paparazzi fitness fun?! Sounds totally awesome [...]

The headline sounds really screwy – right?! Actually when you consider that the Yuma Obesity Undermines Their Health program (YOUTH) has used big necklaces with plastic tokens to recognize the kids involved in the Mileage Club School Program, the concept makes perfect sense. The Mileage Club has helped over 2000 children to become physically active. [...]

Riding a horse might seem an unusual way for a child to exercise, yet there are many health benefits associated with riding. 1. Unique form of exercise 2. Relieves stress 3. Develops a feeling of accomplishment 4. Adds to a child’s self confidence 5. Develops patience and self discipline 6. Forms a bond This article [...]