Written by Doug Rice, CPT
For elementary and middle school aged kids, leading a life full of physical activity isn’t only about doing jumping jacks during P.E. class or even going to Little League practice twice a week. It is also about keeping your body moving and incorporating that added physical action as an […]
Written by Nicole Meadow, MPN, RD
So, by now you probably know that it is extremely important to be physically active on a daily basis… the next question is, “How can you possibly fit this into your family’s already busy schedule?”
Recent statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System […]
Written by Doug Rice, CPT
Computers, video games, and satellite T.V. are our children’s latest and greatest toys. Who has time to play outside when you are about to beat the hardest level, or your favorite show is about to start? Our kids participate in less physical activity and are more sedentary than […]
Get your kids active and feel good about buying fair trade! This size 1 Fair Trade Mini-Soccer Ball is perfect for fun play at home or outside. It is Eco-Certified, union made, vegan and certified Fair Trade meaning the adult workers who produce this ball are ensured healthy working conditions and receive a fair wage. […]
Written by Neela K. Sethi, M.D.
Since it is American Heart Month, let’s remember to raise heart-healthy kids. Here are some quick tips to help!
1) Lots of physical activity- Active kids are healthy kids, so get them outside doing something fun. Get their heart rate up with lots of cardio and calorie-burning exercises.
2) Try to decrease […]
Did you know that most yoga mats are made of cheap and harmful chemicals? In fact most kids yoga mats are made with PVC, leaving a heavy mark on the environment and our bodies.
Lotuspad eco-yoga mats for kids are FREE of PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), toluene, heavy metals, as well as common allergens such […]