Kids are in the Midst of an Unfitness Crisis

How Do We Get Children to Participate in Kids Fitness Classes? Pediatric exercise scientist Avery Faigenbaum coined the term Unfitness Epidemic referring to the catastrophic problem we are facing in the United States of children being sedentary and subsequently overweight.  We must find a way to get our children motivated to participate in kids fitness classes where they can learn to have fun and exercise.Statistics show that less that 33% of children ages 6 to 17 get physical activity on a regular basis. A regular basis means roughly 20 minute sessions of exercise that gets their heart rate up,...Read More

Dealing with Childhood Obesity

Your child must lose…to win!Do you know that more than 17% of American children and adolescents suffer from childhood obesity? In fact, the problem of obesity or abnormally high weight is continuously rising among children. This has resulted in a growing concern for both health care providers and parents. What is even more alarming is that not many people are fully aware of the consequences of this problem. The complications which may arise due to uncontrolled obesity include diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, sleep apnea, arthritis, and reduced mobility and life expectancy.For the same reason,...Read More