Ashley Bowden

Seek out local opportunities to exercise and stay active with children

Making a family move brings about a long list of to-do's. Setting up a new house, establishing a personal mail plan, restocking the refrigerator, and the unpacking can all prove to be too much for a family...

Healthy breakfast eats the whole family will enjoy

Whole Wheat Cranberry Scones From the Thin Kitchen Cookbook by Beachbody You will need: 1-1/2 cups all-purpose unbleached flour 2/3 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup granulated evaporated cane sugar 2-1/4 tsp. baking...

Find the positive in those around you

Surround yourself with positive people…..and ONLY positive people! Who doesn't ♥LOVE♥ working with and being friends with so many like-minded people who are serious about their health, fitness and nutrition. It will make...

Ice skating in Manhattan

These days, families have many choices and options when it comes to finding good fun exercise. Some of those options may be seasonal, so when the season rolls around, the facility can be full.The Ice Rink in City Park...

Children's healthy snack options

Choosing healthy snacks is a great way to show children the importance that adults place on personal health and nutrition. Sure, Oreos and Twinkies are quite tasty, but so are carrot and celery sticks, and fresh fruits.It is important...

Kids need stretching too

Stretching before a workout or any type of exercise is important for both children and adults alike. Yes, children are more flexible and adaptable than adults, but strenuous exercise can still cause harm to even the most limber.It...

Packing healthy lunches

The contents of a child’s lunchbox can oftentimes make or break their day….and ultimately make or break their health, fitness and nutrition. In today’s world, we are exposed to having options, some healthy...

Kids fit clubs

Kids fit clubs are popping up all over America. As the trend of childhood obesity increases, more and more parents, teachers, administrators, and fitness professionals are recognizing the need to help children to get and stay in shape.Kids...

Frozen yogurt pops

Frozen yogurt has increased in popularity among the choices for healthy snacks for children. Packed with fat free or low fat yogurt, fresh or frozen fruits, skim milks, sugar free juices, and other nutritional foods, frozen yogurt can be...

Children's fitness motivation

Today’s children have become nothing less than couch potatoes, equipped with their new fancy electronic gadgets that are all the latest rage. They are often glued to their computer screens and television sets for hours on end...

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