This book is loaded with motivation and practical information about blending exercise and healthy eating naturally into today's busy lifestyle. It is a guide for parents, teachers, youth leaders and anyone who wants to enhance the life of a child by introducing him or her to enjoyable exercise. From the Contents: ? A guide for parents, teachers, youth leaders on how to make exercise fun ? Research showing how fit kids learn better, are more successful ? Research on how the body, bones, etc. respond positively to exercise ? Activities by age group ? Research on Childhood obesity and what can be done to turn this around ? Practical nutrition for families by Nancy Clark, MS, RD. ? Fat burning sections
