A lot of political capital and many educational dollars have been invested in keeping our childrens’ minds up to speed. The solution may be fitter bodies. Two studies at the University of Illinois make the case. Scientists grouped 9 and 10 year old kids … Continue reading
Category Archives: Health and Fitness
Dynabands, Therabands, resistance bands, stretchy bands, no matter the name, they are one of the best training tools for the fitness games we play and home exercise programs we teach and recommend. Bands are perfect because they are portable, inexpensive … Continue reading
Did you see that shot? It was the best in the whole tournament. Nope. I’m not talking about Heather O’Reilly’s blast from 40 yards out. Though that was amazing. I’m talking about the photo of the American team lining up … Continue reading
No Pain. No gain. Fuhgettabout it. That’s for adults. And that’s because we’re old. This is the old advice. Exercise for us is scheduled, measured and altogether serious. Ushering kids into this is making them old before their time. Have … Continue reading
“Many American youngsters are not getting enough physical activity and parents are failing to make their children’s health a priority, according to a new study,” reports msnbc.msn.com. (read complete article) Nothing new here. The article goes on to say, “research by the … Continue reading
I’m not sure I’ll ever get tired of watching this story. Two players carrying an opponent around the base paths after she hit one over the fence and tore an ACL rounding first base. Her teammates couldn’t help her. She … Continue reading
Have you ever had a coach who makes you run laps when he’s mad at you? “You stink! Go run a lap!” These girls laugh at that coach. They love to run. They do it for fun, and for fitness. … Continue reading
In November, 92 year old Marion Booth received the award of a lifetime: A Distinguished Service Award from the Maryland State Golf Association. I can think of no one more deserving. Marion has played championship golf since her teenaged … Continue reading
I was stretching with my U13 soccer team after a scrimmage. Through a chorus of moans and evident wincing one player told me, “Coach, no one in my class can touch their toes.” Her teammates nodded in agreement. Yep, tight … Continue reading
Got Milk? It’s been a popular ad campaign. “Have you had your milk today?” spoken in pictures of celebrities, sports figures, models. They wore the familiar milk mustache. Drink your milk because it builds strong bones and strong bodies, they … Continue reading