In just a few short weeks the world will celebrate Global Running Day! This special event is aimed at promoting kids' health and getting them outside. Running is far from the only exercise, but it's cheap, can be done alone or in groups, and many kids run just for the enjoyment of the movement. Running [...]
Thanksgiving is a time for food, family, and, of course, being grateful for all that we have. The Thanksgiving feast often involves overindulging on heavy foods and drinks. Planning for some post-meal activities can aid digestion while providing a fun alternative to a nap. Touch or flag football is a sport the whole family can participate [...]
As academic achievement becomes top priority for parents and schools, physical education (PE) frequently falls to the bottom of the school week. PE offers many benefits to kids, however, and taking it out of the school day may actually hurt academic performance. PE offers a mental break from focus-driven, test-based academic classes. Many scientific studies [...]
You may have experienced the cognitive benefits of exercise yourself. After exercise, you may have felt more focused, positive, and productive. Kids can experience those same benefits, and some research shows even greater cognitive boosters, following exercise. Following aerobic exercise, research has shown that kids are less impulsive and have greater concentration. It's clear that these skills [...]
