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Can Exercise Help Students to Excel Academically?
It’s common knowledge that physical activity is an essential factor in lowering the risk of child obesity, but new research is proving that a fit body can also equal a […]
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Healthy Tips for Training Bodies
Have you ever thought about running a marathon? As marathon season is spreading across the country, many people get inspired to take the challenge. Training for a marathon takes time […]
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Safe Places to Play
In partnership with Together Counts™, we are excited to share resources about healthy, active living as well as the importance of safe playing spaces. Not only do safe spaces provide […]
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Tips for Family Apple Picking This Fall
The weather is cooling down but there are still plenty of opportunities to get your family outside and active together. As a Together Counts™ partner, our passion is helping families […]
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4 Tips to Motivate Kids to Be Active
You’ve likely heard the statistic before: over one-third of children and adolescents are overweight. That number has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the last 30 […]
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Simple Health for Kids and Families
Childhood obesity is a complicated problem. Without a single cause, it is a widespread issue that impedes health for kids. As a Together Counts™ partner, we realize that to help […]
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The Plusses of Pulses
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, chef and Together Counts™ partner who is passionate about food, I am committed to showing how all forms of fruits, vegetables, and pulses can be […]
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What We Tell Ourselves Matters
Last spring, we painted my daughter’s room. Initially, she requested very bold and bright colors. Being more reserved, I said “Why don’t you do something more subtle and bring those […]
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Family Activity Points
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that children be physically active for at least 60 minutes a day. For children, the 60 minutes of activity can be […]
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Making a Difference: Community Impact Projects
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Mahatma Gandhi Toward the end of each Girls on the Run season, thousands of girls in the program work […]
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