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- Kids Running Club - How to Start a Kids Running Club…Created: 2009-11-04 @ 12:45:47 EST
Help school-agers add more activity to their day with an after-school kids' running club. Starting one yourself is easy to do and simple to maintain, plus you get to join in on the jogging and walk… - Road Safety for Kids - Road Safety for Kids and Parents Traveling To…Created: 2009-11-04 @ 12:34:13 EST
If you're a runner, you probably know and follow safety rules. And if your child bicycles, you require him to follow bike safety rules too. But what about road safety for kids and parents traveling… - Best Kids Toys for Active Play - Find the Best Kids Toys to Encourag…Created: 2009-11-03 @ 15:41:05 EST Updated: 2009-11-03 @ 16:00:53 EST
Whatever you're searching and shopping for--a gift for a toddler or a teen, or for a birthday or a bar mitzvah--look for a toy that promotes physical fitness and play. Sometimes a new game or toy i… - Halloween Candy - Keep Kids From Eating Too Much Halloween Candy…Created: 2009-11-01 @ 21:41:55 EST
Halloween candy is OK, in moderation. Try these strategies to keep kids from eating too much Halloween candy… - Indoor Party Games for Kids - Ideas for Indoor Party Games for Kids…Created: 2009-10-30 @ 15:00:48 EDT
What do you do when you have a houseful of party guests—indoors? Indoor party games for kids can save the day. What are your family's favorites?… - 30-Day Shred Review - Review of 30-Day Shred DVD with Jillian Michae…Created: 2009-10-29 @ 14:30:14 EDT
Guide review of the popular fitness DVD, Jillian Michaels' 30-Day Shred. Michaels is a celebrity trainer who helps contestants on NBC's The Biggest Loser drop pounds fast. Here she translates those… - Parent to Parent Advice on Family Fitness and Health…Created: 2009-10-28 @ 11:35:23 EDT
Help another parent, or find ideas from a parent with experience. Share your tips and advice on youth sports, healthy lifestyles, family fitness, physical activities, and more. Read suggestions sub… - Too Much TV - Limit Screen Time to Keep Kids From Watching Too Much …Created: 2009-10-28 @ 00:38:18 EDT
Watching too much TV (or sitting for too long in front of a computer or video game) is an easy trap for kids and families to fall into, and a dangerous one. A sedentary lifestyle can lead to obesit… - New Year's Resolution - What Is Your New Year's Resolution…Created: 2009-10-23 @ 16:40:26 EDT
What is your New Year's resolution this year? Do you have a plan for what to do and how you'll do it? Share it with other readers… - Snacks with Fruit and Veggies - Serve Healthy Snacks with Fruit and …Created: 2009-10-23 @ 14:36:30 EDT
Up your family's produce intake by serving snacks with fruit and vegetables. Try these suggestions for healthy snacks with fruit and vegetable ingredients… - Healthy Protein Snacks - Healthy Protein Snacks for Kids…Created: 2009-10-23 @ 14:35:37 EDT
If kids are clamoring for something to eat, fill them up with healthy protein snacks. Foods containing protein are more filling than starches and usually contain more nutrients. Try these ideas for… - Healthy Snack Ideas - Sweet and Salty Healthy Snack Ideas…Created: 2009-10-23 @ 14:33:55 EDT
When your child craves a sweet or salty treat, try these healthy snack ideas that satisfy and nourish… - Healthy Snacks to Go - Best Packable Snacks to Go…Created: 2009-10-23 @ 14:33:08 EDT
Be ready for those after-school or in-the-car munchies: Stock up on healthy snacks to go. These packable, portable snacks provide good nutrition and a burst of energy for busy kids and parents… - Healthy Halloween - Have a Healthy HalloweenCreated: 2009-10-23 @ 00:01:29 EDT
Candy and costumes are a treat, but most parents, doctors, and dentists say "Boo" to too much sticky sugar for kids. But there's plenty of fun to be had on Halloween even without the swee… - Your Healthy Snack IdeasCreated: 2009-10-22 @ 14:37:46 EDT
Share your healthy snack ideas with other parents. What do you serve your hungry kids between meals? Let's hear your best kid-friendly, nutritious snack ideas… - Healthy Snacks for Kids - Find Ideas for Healthy Snacks for Kids…Created: 2009-10-22 @ 14:22:50 EDT Updated: 2009-10-22 @ 21:40:10 EDT
Snacks can make up a significant portion of your child's calories, so stock up on healthy snacks for kids. Use snacks to boost nutrition and energy to fuel your child's body without unnecessary sug… - Book Review - Soccer for Moms Book ReviewCreated: 2009-10-15 @ 00:27:29 EDT
Guide review of Soccer for Moms: Game & Parenting Essentials for Healthy Kids by Kerrie Paige, published by Plain White Press. … - Kids Football - Youth Sports Profile for Football…Created: 2009-10-14 @ 11:52:48 EDT
Are you ready for some kids football (American-style football)? Find out if the classic fall sport of football is right for your child and your family. In addition to tackle football kids can also … - Use a Mouthguard to Protect TeethCreated: 2009-10-07 @ 15:03:32 EDT
Reduce the risk of injury to the head, neck, jaw, teeth, and mouth by making sure your child has an athletic mouthguard—and wears it regularly… - Walk to School - Does Your Child Walk to School?…Created: 2009-10-05 @ 13:46:16 EDT
Does your child walk to school? Why or why not? Discuss this hotter-than-you-might expect topic… - Walk to School Day - How to Celebrate Walk to School Day…Created: 2009-10-05 @ 13:28:43 EDT Updated: 2009-10-05 @ 13:48:04 EDT
Help your kids get healthy and help your community support safe routes to school by celebrating Walk to School Day in October. Many communities observe Walk to School Day, Week, or Month. … - Halloween Safety Tips - Halloween Safety Tips from the American Acad…Created: 2009-09-29 @ 15:26:57 EDT Updated: 2009-09-29 @ 15:35:06 EDT
Make sure your Halloween stays happy by following these Halloween safety tips, recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Includes guidelines for costumes and for trick-or-treating… - Ice Skate Sharpening ? Find Out About Ice Skate SharpeningCreated: 2009-09-11 @ 15:57:37 EDT
Ice skate sharpening can be confusing (when? where? how often?), so here's a cheat sheet. If your child figure skates or plays ice hockey, be ready for the winter sports season with sharpened skate… - Healthy Halloween Treats - Healthy Halloween Treats for Halloween Pa…Created: 2009-09-05 @ 15:35:02 EDT
Save the candy for trick-or-treating and serve healthy Halloween treats at your Halloween party. Try these simple, kid-friendly ideas for healthy Halloween treats… - Basketball Moms - What Basketball Moms Should Know…Created: 2009-09-04 @ 11:25:33 EDT
Real basketball moms share their tips, advice, and lessons learned about helping their kids survive and thrive in youth basketball… - Halloween Party Games - Your Halloween Party Games Ideas…Created: 2009-09-04 @ 11:14:04 EDT
Parents and party planners share their favorite Halloween party games for kids. Get ideas or submit your own… - Youth Basketball - Youth Sports Profile of Youth BasketballCreated: 2009-09-03 @ 15:30:00 EDT Updated: 2009-09-04 @ 11:32:13 EDT
Will youth basketball be a hoop dream for your child? This indoor/outdoor, co-ed, pick-up at the park or high-stakes in the gym game can be fun for kids of all ages and abilities—whether they … - Type 2 Diabetes - What Is Type 2 DiabetesCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 23:56:27 EDT
Definition of the term "type 2 diabetes" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Type 1 Diabetes - What Is Type 1 DiabetesCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 23:55:33 EDT
Definition of the term "type 1 diabetes" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Insulin Resistance - What Is Insulin ResistanceCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 23:55:01 EDT
Definition of the term "insulin resistance" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Active Thanksgiving Fun – Make Your Thanksgiving Fun and ActiveCreated: 2009-08-26 @ 23:41:30 EDT
Make your Thanksgiving fun by going beyond TV football and cornucopia crafts. Burn some calories with these kid-friendly physical activities that are easily adaptable for toddlers, teens, and senio… - Product Review - Daisy Fuentes Pilates for Nintendo WiiCreated: 2009-08-11 @ 15:55:29 EDT Updated: 2009-08-11 @ 15:59:33 EDT
Review of Daisy Fuentes Pilates game for Nintendo Wii, the first interactive Pilates workout for the Wii. … - Problems - Talking With Your Child's Coach About ProblemsCreated: 2009-08-11 @ 01:04:25 EDT
Is your child facing problems on the playing field? Talk to the coach to help resolve problems and help your child succeed in youth sports… - Carbohydrates - What Are CarbohydratesCreated: 2009-08-05 @ 10:49:20 EDT
Definition of the word "carbohydrates" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Fats - What Are FatsCreated: 2009-08-05 @ 10:47:37 EDT
Definition of the term "fats" as it relates to family fitness, nutrition, and physical health for kids and adults… - Electrolytes - What Are ElectrolytesCreated: 2009-08-05 @ 10:45:25 EDT
Definition of the word "electrolytes" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Protein - What Is ProteinCreated: 2009-08-05 @ 10:44:33 EDT
Definition of the word "protein" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Antioxidants - What Are AntioxidantsCreated: 2009-08-05 @ 10:40:52 EDT
Definition of "antioxidants" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Too Much Candy - How Do You Keep Kids From Eating Too Much CandyCreated: 2009-08-02 @ 14:05:33 EDT Updated: 2009-08-02 @ 14:09:32 EDT
Parents share their tips, advice, and strategies for preventing kids from eating too much candy after Halloween, Easter, Valentine's Day or other holidays. … - Overweight - What Is OverweightCreated: 2009-07-15 @ 22:07:59 EDT
Definition of the word "overweight" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Calorie - What Is a CalorieCreated: 2009-07-15 @ 22:07:41 EDT
Definition of the word "calorie" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Obesity - What Is ObesityCreated: 2009-07-15 @ 22:07:22 EDT
Definition of the word "obesity" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Body Mass Index - BMI - What Is Body Mass Index or BMICreated: 2009-07-15 @ 16:14:35 EDT
Definition of the term "body-mass index (BMI)" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Football Moms - What Football Moms Should KnowCreated: 2009-07-15 @ 00:16:23 EDT
Real football moms share their tips, advice, and lessons learned about helping their kids survive and thrive in youth football… - Quitter - Keep Your Child From Being a QuitterCreated: 2009-07-13 @ 14:03:18 EDT Updated: 2009-07-13 @ 14:07:06 EDT
Are you afraid your child is a quitter? If your child plays sports, sooner or later you'll deal with a declaration of "I quit!" But before you say no, fearing your child will be branded a… - Fall Activities - Fall Activities for Fitness and Fun…Updated: 2009-11-06 @ 14:03:55 EST
Autumn brings new opportunities for fall activities that combine physical fitness, family fun, and outdoor excursions. Get out and get moving in the crisp fall air with these ideas for hiking, raki… - Gross Motor Skills - Physical Activities to Build Gross Motor Skills…Updated: 2009-11-05 @ 14:16:13 EST
Even preschoolers need lots of opportunities for physical activity, both for good health and for skill-building. At this age, kids are busy developing gross motor skills—learning to use t… - Preschool Outdoor Toys - Find the Best Preschool Outdoor Toys…Updated: 2009-11-03 @ 14:28:37 EST
Encourage active play with preschool outdoor toys, especially for young children. Help preschoolers enjoy outside play time with safe, fun, age-appropriate outdoor toys… - 18 Inexpensive Active Toys and GiftsUpdated: 2009-11-03 @ 13:29:22 EST
Fill your child's stocking with these inexpensive active toys--small, low-cost goodies that promote exercise, fitness, and physical activity for kids of all ages… - Indoor Party Games - Active Indoor Party Games for Birthdays…Updated: 2009-10-30 @ 15:04:54 EDT
Indoor party games that get kids moving are a boon for guests, hosts, and guests' parents too! These indoor party games require little to no equipment, just a little space and a lot of enthusiasm… - Kids Weight Loss - 10 Lifestyle Changes to Make for Kids Weight Loss…Updated: 2009-10-28 @ 00:45:58 EDT
Lists 10 tips for kids' weight loss. Includes suggested ways for parents to help overweight kids lose weight, improve nutrition and increase amount of physical activity. Recommends steps to encoura… - Physical Activities - Fitness and Physical Activities for School-Age…Updated: 2009-10-27 @ 13:10:14 EDT
Get the latest facts and recommendations on physical activities and fitness for school-age children, both at home and at school. Find suggestions for sports and other physical activities, plus ways… - New Year's Resolutions - New Year's Resolutions for Family Health an…Updated: 2009-10-23 @ 16:41:56 EDT
Suggested New Year's resolutions about fitness and health for kids, teens, adults, and families. Find simple, manageable New Year's resolutions for improving your health and increasing your activit… - Helping an Overweight Child - Help Overcome Childhood Obesity…Updated: 2009-10-23 @ 14:38:02 EDT
If your child has been diagnosed as overweight or obese, or at risk for these conditions, act now to help reduce the risk of serious health consequences… - Make Fitness Fun for the Whole Family - 10 Top Tips…Updated: 2009-10-22 @ 23:57:35 EDT
It's important for everyone in your family to get plenty of physical activity. But the lure of the couch can be strong. Sometimes, to make fitness fun for everyone, you need to kick it up a notch. … - Active Party Games for Kids - Kids Party Games for Birthdays and Mor…Updated: 2009-10-17 @ 00:36:50 EDT
Help kids burn off energy and excitement with party games that get them active and moving. These games work for birthday parties and other kids' events, indoors and outdoors… - Must Reads: Essential Articles and Resources about FamilyfitnessUpdated: 2009-10-17 @ 00:19:38 EDT
- Top Toys - Top Toys for Active FamiliesUpdated: 2009-10-17 @ 00:13:15 EDT
Make these top toys a part of your family's gift-giving this year. These picks include classic and new games, toys low-tech and high, and gear for outdoors and inside. They appeal to preschoolers, … - Active Toys - Active Toys for School-Age Kids…Updated: 2009-10-14 @ 22:34:40 EDT
Suggests 12 active toys for school-age children for gifts. These toys encourage physical activity and movement for kids and include indoor/outdoor toys, sports gear, and multi-player games… - Water Play - 8 Fun Ways to Enjoy Water PlayUpdated: 2009-10-14 @ 11:45:45 EDT
Motivate kids to get moving with water play, water games, and water activities that require little to no equipment or set-up. Play in the backyard with a garden hose or wash the car. Visit a local … - Best Ride On Toys - Ride On Toys for Kids from Preschoolers to Tween…Updated: 2009-10-13 @ 13:47:53 EDT
Find hot new ride-on toys for little kids and big kids too, from the latest Razor scooter to a sweet bumblebee buggy for tiny tots… - Water Toys - Way Cool Water Toys to Keep Kids Cool and Busy on Hot S…Updated: 2009-10-13 @ 13:29:38 EDT
Keep kids cool, busy, and active on hot summer days with fun water toys. These work in the backyard, pool, lake, or ocean for lots of fun, wet, warm-weather play… - Toys for Children - Active Toys for Children - Toddlers and Preschoo…Updated: 2009-10-12 @ 23:44:30 EDT
Suggests active toys for children (toddlers and preschoolers). These toys encourage physical activity and movement for small children and many can be used indoors or outdoors… - Find a Trail Finder - Use a Trail Finder for Hiking Trails and More…Updated: 2009-10-09 @ 12:31:32 EDT
These interactive trail finder listings let you search by activity (from birding to snowshoeing), by state, by terrain and more. Check out what's in your neighborhood or at your next vacation desti… - Fitness and Physical Activity for Preschoolers…Updated: 2009-10-09 @ 12:23:49 EDT
Preschoolers need just as much daily physical activity as older kids and adults do (60 minutes a day). Lists fitness recommendations for young children and describes how they learn motor skills. Su… - Strength Training - What Is Strength Training…Updated: 2009-10-09 @ 12:14:15 EDT
Definition of the term "strength training" as it relates to family fitness, physical health and safety for kids and adults… - Toy Review - Cat in the Hat I Can Do That! Game…Updated: 2009-10-07 @ 23:09:54 EDT
Review of Cat in the Hat (Dr. Seuss) themed I Can Do That! Game, which challenges kids to perform physical feats just like the cat from the book… - Toy Review - Curious George Hide and Seek Zoo Game…Updated: 2009-10-07 @ 23:00:59 EDT
Review of a board game for kids ages 4-8 starring Curious George. Kids use a walkie-talkie (included) to help George care for zoo animals and even play hide-and-seek… - Basketball Techniques - How to Shoot a Basketball Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:43:44 EDT
Does your budding athlete want to try out for the basketball team? Before that first practice, watch how to properly shoot a basketball… - Basketball Techniques - How to Dribble a Basketball Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:43:23 EDT
Does your child dream of being the next Michael Jordan or Larry Bird? This video explains how to teach your athlete the proper way to dribble a basketball… - Throw a Baseball - How To Throw A Baseball Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:42:23 EDT
Does your budding ball player need to brush up on some basics? A seasoned baseball coach shows you how to properly hold and throw a baseball… - Swing a Bat - How to Hold and Swing a Baseball Bat Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:42:00 EDT
Does your budding athlete dream of knocking balls out of the park? Get her started on the right foot by teaching her how to hold and swing a baseball bat… - Baseball Techniques - How to Run Bases in Baseball Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:41:39 EDT
Does your ball player need a little help learning the basics of base running? In this video, Coach Keith Stephens shows you how to properly run the bases… - Baseball Techniques - How to Catch a Fly Ball Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:41:12 EDT
Want to help sharpen your child's fielding skills? In this video, a coach shows you how to properly catch a fly ball… - Soccer Throw In - Coach a Child to Do a Soccer Throw In Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:40:35 EDT
A good soccer player must first learn the fundamentals of the game. The throw-in is a key skill every player must learn, and this demo will show you how to teach your kid to properly do a throw-in… - Karate Safety - How to Know if Karate Is Safe for Kids Video…Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 13:40:10 EDT
Afraid you'll encounter too many black eyes and busted lips if you enroll your kid in a karate program? Find out if you need to worry about your child's safety during karate class… - Youth Sports Injuries - Preventing Youth Sports Injuries in Kids…Updated: 2009-09-23 @ 15:34:18 EDT
Kids can suffer from many kinds of youth sports injuries, including sprains, broken bones, concussions, and heat stroke. Lists risks of physical activities, which youth sports cause the most injuri… - Healthy Half-Time Snacks - Best Foods for Half-Time Snacks, Plus Pre…Updated: 2009-09-23 @ 14:41:51 EDT
Learn the best healthy half-time snacks for kids, plus what to eat before and after a game. Kids' nutritional needs are different in the hours before and after physical activity, so provide pre-gam… - V-Tech Toy Review - V-Tech V-Motion Active Learning System…Updated: 2009-09-21 @ 13:54:54 EDT
Review of V-Tech's V-Motion Active Learning System, which uses a motion-sensitive controller to allow small children to play learning games while staying active. Uses VSmile cartridges and can link… - Outdoor Party Games - Active Outdoor Party Games for Birthdays and M…Updated: 2009-09-21 @ 13:25:08 EDT
Keep guests busy at your next kids' birthday party: Turn them loose outside, then gather them for these active, outdoor party games… - Am I Fat - Respond to a Teen or Tween Who Asks, Am I Fat…Updated: 2009-09-21 @ 12:27:57 EDT
It's not unusual for adolescents to wonder, "Am I fat?" Try these confidence-boosting tips from experts and parents to help build your tween or tween's body image during puberty. Most app… - Active Play - Add Active Play with Five Activities to Do With Your K…Updated: 2009-09-18 @ 16:31:05 EDT
List five simple activities families can do together to promote active play, movement, fitness, and exercise. Most require little to no equipment or advance preparation and can be done indoors or o… - How to Ride a Bike - Teach Your Child How to Ride a BikeUpdated: 2009-09-16 @ 23:09:58 EDT
Describes three popular methods to teach a child how to ride a bike: using training wheels, an undersized bike, or a full-sized bike with a parent running alongside… - Child Obesity - How Doctors Diagnose Child Obesity and OverweightUpdated: 2009-09-16 @ 12:16:20 EDT
Defines diagnosis of child obesity. Explains how doctors determine whether children are overweight using BMI (body mass index) and other measurements and tests. Lists lifestyle questions a medical … - Active Kids - Help Kids Have Fun With Fitness and Physical ActivityUpdated: 2009-09-16 @ 12:06:11 EDT
Lists ways to encourage active kids and show kids that physical activity is fun. Includes suggestions for modeling fitness and encouraging exercise. Also lists phrases to use when praising kids' fi… - Back to School Health - Back to School Health and Fitness for Famili…Updated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:32 EDT
The start of a new school year is a good opportunity to create or revive good health and fitness habits. Add these back-to-school health changes into your get-ready plans… - Pool Safety - Follow These Pool Safety Guidelines to Keep Kids SafeUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:21 EDT
Lower your child's risk of drowning by following these important pool safety guidelines. A backyard pool requires pool safety equipment and constant supervision… - Beach Packing List - Prep for a Day of Fun with a Beach Packing ListUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:20 EDT
Use this beach packing list to stock your tote bag for a family day trip to the beach. Includes sun safety essentials and fun items too… - Obama Fitness - The Obama Fitness RoutineUpdated: 2009-09-09 @ 14:05:39 EDT
The Obama fitness routine is legendary. President Barack Obama and his family famously make fitness a priority, rising early in the morning to fit in a gym workout nearly every day. Even the First … - Sports for Kids ? What Are the Best Sports for Kids?Updated: 2009-09-08 @ 13:43:27 EDT
When it comes to extracurricular activities, you really can't beat sports for kids. Joining a sports team helps your child stay active, practice and learn sportsmanship, improve social skills and c… - Halloween Games - Halloween Games That Keep Kids Moving…Updated: 2009-09-04 @ 11:18:35 EDT
Describes 8 active Halloween-themed kids' party games, suitable for all ages and for large or small groups. These fun activities encourage physical activity and fun with a Halloween theme… - No Time to Work Out - How to Find Time to Work OutUpdated: 2009-08-24 @ 15:29:08 EDT
Try these sneaky strategies to fit in fitness when you swear you have no time to work out. There are ways to increase your daily physical activity without changing your schedule too much… - Choosing a Kids Sports ProgramUpdated: 2009-08-14 @ 22:49:46 EDT
Learn how to find the best kids sports program for your child. Choose a program that will keep him engaged, happy, and active… - Kids and Water - Help Children Overcome Fear of the Water Video…Updated: 2009-06-25 @ 16:37:39 EDT
Fear of the water is common among children who have not yet learned to swim. Learn some tactics you can use to help a child who is afraid of the water…