5 Tips for Staying Safe this Summer

Summer vacation is in full force. The kids are out of school and many families spend time outdoors enjoying themselves. While you and your family are out and about, make sure you are following these summer safety tips. Summer Safety Tips Prevent Playground Injuries The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that emergency departments in the United States treat more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger for playground-related injuries. Check to make sure the surfaces under the playground equipment are safe, soft, and well-maintained. Before letting your child run and play, take a minute to make sure the … Continue reading

Super Size Me? It’s a Symptom

You’ve heard of the Super Size Me documentary that came out a few years ago that detailed America’s obsession with excess and the cost of that excess. I know a great many people who were turned off of McDonald’s and more. But the idea behind the super size me consideration and obsession – there is another – far deeper problem and super sizing is just a symptom. My Daughter’s School When I went to elementary school, I remember that three days a week, we had physical education and two days a week, we had science. Sports received a greater emphasis … Continue reading

The Fitness Week in Review for December 16-22

It’s been a great week here, I know I say that every week and every week I mean it. The Fitness blog is growing and it’s developing and we’ve had over a year to get into this race and to enjoy the company of our fellows here. In coming weeks, you’ll get to share in Valorie Delp’s experiences as she dives into the 10,000 step program and we have Ed Paul who uses swimming to maintain his fitness and get back into shape. They are telling us their stories, what’s yours? Saturday, December 16 In Kid Fitness: Take Your Toddler … Continue reading