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. Aerobic fitness is good for the body and the mind Two studies at the University of … Continue reading
Category Archives: Health and Fitness
Resistance bands 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 and adaptable. Purchased in 3-4 foot lengths or cut … 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. Nothing new here. The article goes on to say, “research by the YMCA, which … 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
XC (Cross Country) girls get tougher. Have you ever had a coach who makes you run laps when they’re mad at you? “You stink!Go run a lap!” These girls laugh at that coach. They love to run. They do it … 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 days. … 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
A popular ad campaign, used to ask, “Have you had your milk today?” It was spoken in pictures of celebrities, sports figures, models who wore a milk mustache. Drink your milk because it builds strong bones and strong bodies, they tell us. I … Continue reading