When did Play become wrong?

When did Play become wrong?

You know what is missing in most people from ages 8-80? I will give you 3 guesses. What did you come up with? Play. Did you know that many kids today have forgotten how to play? Seriously. You can put them outside and they will now know what to do. Our children are...
5 Ways to get kids to exercise

5 Ways to get kids to exercise

Children are developing habits right now that they will carry for life. Several studies have shown that by the time you are 13, most of your habits are fully formed. That is scary.   As parents, grandparents, aunts uncles, or anyone who cares about kids we guide them...
Got a picky eater? Here are 5 ways to help your children eat better.

Got a picky eater? Here are 5 ways to help your children eat better.

A lot of the moms I work with have a similar problem when dealing with their kids. Picky eaters.   I asked our Kid's Camp dietitian Diane Bierbauer for some help and here is her advice:   Many kids do not like to try new foods! So what is a parent to do?   Well, to...
Negativity Detox Challenge #2- Your Body

Negativity Detox Challenge #2- Your Body

How did your first week go on the Negativity Detox Program? If you missed it, the first challenge was to go without talking on your phone, listening to the radio, etc… while you were in the car this week.   Or as an alternative, you could try to find 30 minutes in the...
Adventures in Fitness Kid's Camp is coming to Huntsville!

Adventures in Fitness Kid's Camp is coming to Huntsville!

  75% of kids younger than 13 are considered sedentary.   Obesity in children has TRIPLED since the 1980s and does not appear to be slowing down. Whatever the reason for this is (too much screen time, poor nutrition habits, etc...), I think the one thing we can all...
The Disturbing Effect of Processed Foods on Our Children's IQs

The Disturbing Effect of Processed Foods on Our Children's IQs

If you have younger children or grandchildren, this will be important information. A recent study in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found out something disturbing.   They found that kids who eat a lot of unhealthy fats, processed foods, and sugar can...