lower body fat for their kids and them- selves. Beyond proper diet, kids need physical
activity to lead a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity nurtures the growth and develop- ment of the whole child and is linked to improved learning capacity. With the rise of video games and the decline of physi- cal education in schools, today’s kids need parental involvement to get them moving. Find an activity your children enjoy and do it with them: biking, skating, sports, a simple game of catch—anything to get them off the couch and moving. It will be good for you, too! The good news is that we can make
Children at the Wilson Homes participated in the Junior Top Chef Challenge, an interactive class for ages 8-12.
a difference in our children’s lives both now and as they get older by helping them adopt healthy eating behaviors and becoming more active. For more informa- tion or to join the Live Healthy Columbus Coalition, please contact Ellie Brooks, Strong 4 Life Coordinator at 404.824.8426.
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