Crazy Kid Doing Pushups for Fun

I just had to post a video of West doing “pushups.” Although his form is lacking, there is certainly something we can learn from him: A kid will model what he sees at home. And the best part is that at 3 years old, he thinks exercise is fun! He also knows the importance of [...]

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Encouraging Active Kids

A reader recently asked me how to encourage her daughter to go on walks and hikes with her. The daughter used to enjoy it, but now claims it makes her legs hurt and rarely wants to go. Here is some of the advice I gave:
I think we all have this problem from time to time, [...]

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Stability Ball Squats

I have been so busy flying on the trapeze at circus school and planning the Run A Mile Day that I have been remiss in posting some fun family exercises. At last, here is one for your lower body you can do while hugging  your kiddo.
You: Place your stability ball in the corner and stand [...]

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That’s Me on the Flying Trapeze!

This is the epitome of “Training For Fun.” It’s about taking care of my body so that if I want to run off to the circus and hop on the flying trapeze, I can! And good grief, was it FUN!!!
My circus adventures started a couple months ago when my friend Sarah invited me to the [...]

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Run A Mile Day

I am excited to be hosting an American Running Association “Run a Mile Day” event on May 8, 2010, in Bend, Oregon. The event is timed to celebrate the day Roger Bannister of the United Kingdom became the first person to break the 4 minute mile barrier on May 6, 1954. The event will be [...]

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Teaching Kids to Ski

I know where most of you live, the ski season is over by now, but that is not the case here in Bend, OR. Oh no, our ski mountain, Mt. Bachelor, has been getting fresh snow every day for the past two weeks. That means I am still second-guessing the right thing to do with [...]

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Easter Basket Ideas for Active Kids

I have nothing against some Easter candy for my kid (and for me), but we usually get plenty from both sets of grandparents and the Easter egg hunt, so I thought this year the Easter Bunny could considering delivering a few non-candy items an active, nature-loving, adventure kid could use. Here are just a few [...]

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Even Kids Can Benefit From Fitness Goals

The other day out of desperation to save my aching back, I discovered the power of fitness goals for kids. I was walking my son to preschool and he wanted me to carry him. School is about 1/2 mile away and he typically can hike 2 1/2 to 3 miles with us so I knew [...]

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I Am Going to Circus School!!!

Oh yes, it’s true! Ever since my piano teacher ran off to join the circus with her boyfriend when I was in 6th grade, I have been enamored with the thought (and not just because I didn’t have to go to piano lessons anymore). Now I get my chance. I’m not exactly joining the circus, [...]

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Family Fitness Workout Using Sports Conditioning Exercises

Here is a fun workout that I wrote for  theworkout.com. It’s a great site to find new workouts to keep your routine fresh and your body guessing. Check it out when you are looking for some inspiration.
We’ve all had those days when there is simply too much going on to get in that workout [...]

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