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Fit Kids First is a new initiative hosted by WTAJ News Anchor Carolyn Donaldson. Fit Kids First focuses on the health and well-being of children across Central Pennsylvania. Join Carolyn every Monday on WTAJ News at 5:30 p.m.Have a Fit Kids First tip or story idea? Email Carolyn at cdonaldson@wtajtv.com.
Fit Kids First
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Fit Kids First - Basketball can be a great workout for girls!
In today's "Fit Kids First" we take a look at a sport that is very popular here in Central PA. Basketball dominates winter sports for girls... -
Fit Kids First - Zumba Revisited for Fun and Fund-raising!
It's called a party in a room! In today's "Fit Kids First", we follow up with this dance exercise craze and to see how successful a special...
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Fit Kids First - Zumba - the Latest Dance Exercise Craze!
People who Zumba call it a party in a room! In "Fit Kids First", we take a look at this dance exercise craze and a special...
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Fit Kids First - A new report on Sugary Sweet Juices
There's a new report about the fruit juices that many parents give their kids as an alternative to soda. Those boxes may have as much sugar as...
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Getting Fit on Ice with Figure Skating!
Winter is fast approaching and with it a great idea for kids to get fit and enjoy the cold weather. Ice skating can be a...
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Fit Kids First - Let's Move with the First Lady
In today's Fit Kids First, we revisit a national campaign aimed at beating childhood obesity
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Fit Kids First - Pre-school Gymnastics can be Fun and Fit!
In Monday's "Fit Kids First" we head inside a gym where tumbling, tots and fun go hand-in-hand.
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Fit Kids First - Ice Skating can be Great Exercise and More!
Let's head inside an ice skating rink where kids here in Central PA are getting fit in an artistic way and with a creative spin.
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Fit Kids First - CORE Training gets you in Shape for any Season
In today's Fit Kids First, some area high school athletes are going to the CORE to get in the best shape possible.
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Fit Kids First - A Mega Sports Camp and More!
Here's another look at a unique vacation bible school that's got kids shooting hoops and learning how to be good kids too.
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Calories Count
"That's loaded with calories!"
"Are you counting your calories?"
When people talk about the calories in food, what do they mean? A calorie is a unit of measurement - but it doesn't measure weight or length. A calorie is a unit of energy. When you hear something contains 100 calories, it's a way of describing how much energy your body could get from eating or drinking it.
Calories aren't bad for you. Your body needs calories for energy. But eating too many calories - and not burning enough of them off through activity - can lead to weight gain.
Most foods and drinks contain calories. Some foods, such as lettuce, contain few calories. (A cup of shredded lettuce has less than 10 calories.) Other foods, like peanuts, contain a lot of calories. (A half of a cup of peanuts has 427 calories.)
You can find out how many calories are in a food by looking at the nutrition facts label.
How Many Calories Do I Need?
There's a big difference between how many calories a kid needs versus an adult. To find out how many calories you need, how many calories are TOO many, and how your body uses calories.
"Are you counting your calories?"
When people talk about the calories in food, what do they mean? A calorie is a unit of measurement - but it doesn't measure weight or length. A calorie is a unit of energy. When you hear something contains 100 calories, it's a way of describing how much energy your body could get from eating or drinking it.
Calories aren't bad for you. Your body needs calories for energy. But eating too many calories - and not burning enough of them off through activity - can lead to weight gain.
Most foods and drinks contain calories. Some foods, such as lettuce, contain few calories. (A cup of shredded lettuce has less than 10 calories.) Other foods, like peanuts, contain a lot of calories. (A half of a cup of peanuts has 427 calories.)
You can find out how many calories are in a food by looking at the nutrition facts label.
How Many Calories Do I Need?
There's a big difference between how many calories a kid needs versus an adult. To find out how many calories you need, how many calories are TOO many, and how your body uses calories.
Why Be Fit?
There are a million reasons why you should be fit- you'll feel great with more energy, you'll build a healthy heart and strong muscles, and you'll have fun becoming fit by finding new activities you can enjoy with friends, family, or on your own! WTAJ's Fit Kids First program, sponsored by Altoona First Savings Bank, is here to help you learn more about what it takes to get fit and give you the tools to stay fit!
There are a million reasons why you should be fit- you'll feel great with more energy, you'll build a healthy heart and strong muscles, and you'll have fun becoming fit by finding new activities you can enjoy with friends, family, or on your own! WTAJ's Fit Kids First program, sponsored by Altoona First Savings Bank, is here to help you learn more about what it takes to get fit and give you the tools to stay fit!
Food Pyramid Game
Child Immunization Schedule
Body Mass Index
Know Your BMI
FYI, your BMI is PDI.
Huh? Would you like a translation? Here it is: For your information (FYI), your body mass index (BMI) is pretty darn important (PDI).
Did you know you had a BMI? Body mass index is a calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate how much body fat you have. Too much body fat is a problem because it can lead to illnesses and other health problems. BMI, although not a perfect method for judging someone's weight, is often a good way to check on how a kid is growing.
Calculate Your BMI
The best way to determine your BMI is to have your doctor do it for you. That way, you'll know the number is accurate and your doctor can discuss the result with you. If you're interested, you also can figure out your BMI on your own.
To use Preferred Care's Kids Health BMI Calculator- CLICK HERE
FYI, your BMI is PDI.
Huh? Would you like a translation? Here it is: For your information (FYI), your body mass index (BMI) is pretty darn important (PDI).
Did you know you had a BMI? Body mass index is a calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate how much body fat you have. Too much body fat is a problem because it can lead to illnesses and other health problems. BMI, although not a perfect method for judging someone's weight, is often a good way to check on how a kid is growing.
Calculate Your BMI
The best way to determine your BMI is to have your doctor do it for you. That way, you'll know the number is accurate and your doctor can discuss the result with you. If you're interested, you also can figure out your BMI on your own.
To use Preferred Care's Kids Health BMI Calculator- CLICK HERE
