FYI, Commonly
asked questions and answers, Myths, and common concerns
FYI: The
percentage of children who are overweight has more than doubled over the past 30 years. Kids are becoming more sedentary.
In other words, sitting around a lot more.
“The average kid spends 5 ½ hours on all media combined.
FYI: All children 2 yrs. And older should get
60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise on most, preferably all days of the week. In addition to a healthy balanced diet.
Where can I find more information on guidelines
for nutrition?
Log onto the USDA’s interactive
website for the revised food guide pyramid (see additional resources tab). This allows you to access 12 different food pyramids
that make recommendations for total calories and amounts from each food as well as some recommendations for specific foods.
You can also get additional information on my website
www.livedalifestyle.com .
How can I help get involved in raising a physically
active child?
Remember that physical activity with a healthy diet is the key to a healthy lifestyle. The importance of being physically
active, can be instilled in a fun and healthy habit forming manner, to
That will in turn last a lifetime. This is PRICELESS.
What are some tips for getting my child started?
Help you child participate in a variety of activities that are right for their age.
Establish a regular routine, just like getting up and brushing your teeth. It will soon become a habit as well.
Incorporate activity into daily routines, such as walking or taking the stairs. Lead by example.
Embrace a healthy lifestyle at home such as cooking nutritious meals and discovering better alternative snack choices.
KEEP IT FUN, so that your child will come back for more.
Involve your child in activities with other children to make them feel a part of something, they will be less likely
to stop if others are still going and they are not there.
Cater to their needs; they may need some one- on – one attention at first to feel more comfortable in certain
settings. Hire a personal trainer. You have options of letting them work
One- on- One,
Training with a friend or maybe a couple, and you may want to have a personal trainer with you and your child to have time
to spend together and start becoming
Healthier
and fit together (you will both be more likely to succeed this way)
I heard Exercise could Stunt my child’s
growth. Is that True?
No, This is a common myth. In fact. When you exercise safely and eat properly, there’s no danger that your height
or growth patter will stall out. Exercise can help you alter your body
Composition, increasing your ratio of muscle to fat. And most people who exercise say they feel more alert and better
in general.
How old does my child have to be to start exercising?
This is a question many are surprised to hear the answer to. The answer is kids as young as 6 years old can start strength
training activities, as long as they are performed correctly and
Safely. This will help kids build a sense of balance, coordination, control, and awareness of their bodies.
How can I ensure my child is doing everything
safely properly and not overdoing it?
A trainer who has experience in working with kids should design a program for your child and show them proper techniques,
safety precautions, and proper use of the equipment.
Group classes is another way to involve your child with less expense but unfortunately taking away from the one-on-one
attention and program designed specifically for your child’s needs.
What will a Personal Trainer be doing with my
child?
A trainer who is qualified to work with children with focus each session on proper form and technique, and coach them
with proper eating habits. As well, as designing a program that
Fits your child’s personality in order to make it fun for them and keep the idea of exercise out of their mind.
Challenging them and making them aware of what muscles are being worked as
Well as introducing new and exciting exercises that they enjoy. They will focus on creating a routine that is realistic
to your child’s time restrictions and involve the 3 elements of fitness.
Eventually resulting in, the ability to be able to exercise with confidence when they are not with a trainer.
Personal Trainers cost money! Is it really worth
the money?
When it comes to your child or yourself for that matter. Money should never be a deciding factor; this is your life,
your health and an investment that will last a lifetime.
You are investing in your child’s health.
Saving you from unwanted doctors visits, prescription expenses, and all else that comes with an unhealthy lifestyle.
If you are sick, your go to a Doctor because he is a professional. If you cannot see correctly you go to an eye doctor
because that is his profession.
Why wouldn’t you go to a personal trainer
for fitness? Those are their profession and are there to help you, not take your money. They will ensure the safety of your
child and instill knowledge
That will last a lifetime. Just like going to
school, you wouldn’t think twice about spending money on your child’s education, why would you think about spending
money on your child’s health and
Well-being?
It is only to your benefit to hire a trainer and start out the right way without guessing and wasting time doing unnecessary
things in the gym. Do it right the first time and you will be
Confident that it wont be your last time stepping
foot into the gym.
Should I consult my child’s doctor before
starting their exercise program?
YES, ABSOLUTELY, Your doctor can help you decide on the best type of exercise for your individual needs and give your
trainer the information he may need regarding certain
Possible
medical conditions, medications, health history and pre-screen for any underlying conditions. It’s always better to
be safe and allow your doctor the professional give you clearance to
Get started. We, require you to have a doctor’s
clearance form filled out and filed before starting anyone under the age of 17 years old. For safety and reassurance that
it is right for your child.
Why do people get injured in the gym?
Most commonly muscle strains and lower back are the big injuries. These injuries could most likely be avoided if the
exercises where performed properly and the technique was correct
While under the supervision of a professional. It is the uneducated and most commonly the inexperienced who end up
getting injured all because they thought that it would be better to save
Money an wait to get a personal trainer, when
in reality this could have been avoided Now they are out of the gym for weeks or even months due to an injury that could have
been avoided.
What is Strength training? And how does it help
kids?
Strength training can be a fun way for your child to build healthy muscles, joints, and bones. With a properly designed
and supervised program, your child can improve his or her
Endurance, total fitness level and sports performance. Strength training can even help prevent injuries and speed up
recovery.
WHY was the Kids fitness program created?
Due to the
immense feedback from concerned and knowledgeable parents on the importance of kids exercise.
I Jason Redbord CPT decided to create programs
Designed specifically for children ages 6-11 and 12-15 as well as teen programs. Being an experienced personal trainer
I know the importance of exercise and the benefits that
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle creates. Its rewards are endless. So I created specific classes for children that create
variety and fun without any weights involved. This allows
Children to still feel they are having fun and not in a gym, similar to a gym class yet more involved and designed
to hit the 3 key factors of fitness. Endurance, strength and flexibility.
Also making it 100% safe and allowing your kids to learn proper technique, muscles, and be involved with other kids
who strive for the same goals.
