August ~ Healthy Back to School

August 2, 2012 by
back to school2

We had so much fun with summer sports and the fall is already upon us!  August always brings an assortment of emotions.  Your children may be excited, curious, or nervous; parents may be relieved, hopeful, or concerned; teachers are hopefully motivated, rested, and inspired.  Whether or not the school year affects you, we encourage you to consider the impact of a healthy routine on your emotions and attitude towards any transition.  Children require opportunities for exercise, especially with school limitations of recess, free play, and lunch time.  Healthy balanced meals keep our brains … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child/Teen Exercise, Child/Teen Nutrition, Mindful Parents, Motivation

July 2012 Letter from the Editor

July 1, 2012 by
Children Wearing Sunglasses in Circle

We LOVE summer activities!  We’re also aware how time flies when we’re having fun, especially outdoors.  We encourage you to be mindful that your skin is always protected, even if you only plan to be outdoors for limited periods of time.  Vitamin D is so beneficial for your skin and overall health, including boosting your mood, but it’s critical to reduce any risk of skin cancer or other harmful effects of the sun.  Children will enjoy selecting a stylish and fun pair of sunglasses that can also protect their eyes from sunrays.  You can easily make sunscreen application a standard step in your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Healthy Skin, Motivation

June 2012 Letter from the Editor – Summer Slimdown & Men’s Health

June 1, 2012 by
beach fitness

Hi eFitFamily Readers! Thank you for staying connected with us!  We are enjoying the sunshine with tips for slimming down this summer and men’s health. We continue to bring simple steps to help you live healthier every single day.  Whether you are determined to trim down for your favorite new swimsuit, feel the energetic benefits of exercise and healthy nutrition, or reduce health risks, we strive to provide information and inspiration for overall health.  Enjoy quality family time as the school year ends and explore more healthy lifestyle choices with us!  Happy Summer! :) … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Men's Health, Motivation

May 2012 Letter from the Editor

May 1, 2012 by
family health

Wow!  The school year is already winding down, summer is around the corner, and we’re honoring several important causes this month!  May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, Mental Health Month, and Arthritis Month.  Do one of these focuses resonate more with you? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist, I encourage you to keep a comprehensive wide-lens view of health.  If we sit on the couch all day watching TV, eating fast food, scarcely exercising, having little family involvement/ communication, our mental health will no doubt be affected.  Feeling … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mental Wellness, Motivation, Physical Illness