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Weightlifting for Kids? New Research Says Pump It Up

by Honey Berk, Posted Feb 1st 2011 3:00PM

Kids should exercise to strengthen their muscles and bones three times a week. Credit: Getty If your kid has been asking to lift weights but you've been afraid to let him because of safety concerns, you may want to ease up on your ...New research says lifting weights won't stunt a kid's growth.
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Does Home Exercise Equipment Benefit Kids

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Apr 29th 2010 9:00AM

Dear Reggie, I am having trouble finding enough time to get my 3 kids to activities during the week. They are between the ages of five and 12. They play team sports on both days of most weekends. A friend suggested that I buy exercise equipment ...
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Skinny Kids Should Exercise to Create Strong Bones

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Apr 5th 2010 10:35AM

Dear Reggie, I have a 13-year-old daughter who is occasionally active. Several days a week she plays at recess and lunch time with her friends at school. Other days she enjoys sitting around and hanging out with her friends. Whenever she plays sports ...
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How to Use the Olympics to Get Your Kids Motivated

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Feb 15th 2010 9:00AM

The Olympics provide a great platform to get your kids moving and off the couch. My family loves to watch the figure skaters, hockey players, downhill skiers and snowboarders compete at the highest level for their country's pride and glory. My ...
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Should Your Child Play More Than One Sport?

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Feb 1st 2010 2:30PM

Dear Reggie, My 11-year-old-son, Jacob, is an ice hockey fanatic. He is on the ice three to five days a week and also plays road hockey for fun with his friends. He's very talented, but a bit smaller than the other players. His progress seems to ...
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Finding Your Child's Target Heart Rate Zone

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Jan 21st 2010 10:00AM

I often have parents come to me for help with their teenager who is overweight. They assure me their child exercises on a regular basis and eats relatively well. My first line of questioning typically reveals the need for stress management, better ...
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Do You Overestimate Your Kids' Daily Activity Routine?

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Jan 7th 2010 2:05PM

Having worked with many kids in high-level sports over the years, I've seen my fair share of parents with either unrealistic expectations or exaggerated assessments of their kids' abilities. In the same vein, parents often see the glass as half ...
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Make Fitness Fun With Exercise Balls

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Dec 29th 2009 10:00AM

The main deterrent to exercise for many of us is time. Even kids claim to be "too busy" for a regular exercise routine! At the end of the day, these are just excuses. As a parent, I've learned that kids tend to prioritize things they enjoy. ...
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How to Get Your Kids Active for 60 Minutes Per Day

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Dec 22nd 2009 12:30PM

As part of the solution to North America's growing obesity epidemic, it is highly recommended that our children complete 60 minutes of vigorous activity on a daily basis. Along with eating a well-balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and ...
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Is Weight Training Safe for Kids?

by Reggie Reyes, Posted Dec 20th 2009 2:45AM

I am often asked, "What is the right age to start weight training?" Before I can answer, the parent often follows up with, "If my son starts training too early will it stunt his growth?" The quick answer is that kids can start resistance training as ...
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