"Pete has diligently come to my home at 6:30 a.m. every Monday, bringing enthusiasm for a good workout. He brings variety to each workout using different equipment and exercises."
- Janey, Reston, VA

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According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), obesity is becoming prevalent among children.

Simply put, obesity is when the total body weight of a boy is more than 25% fat or when the weight of a girl is more than 32% fat. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association 2006 (Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity in the United States, 1999-2004) the percentage of children who are overweight has more than doubled since 1980. Along with this excess weight come additional risk factors for heart disease, high cholesterol and/or blood pressure, diabetes, bone and joint problems and sleep apnea, as well as a propensity to become obese adults.

Overweight children are often uncomfortable with exercising and playing team sports. They may exhibit low self-esteem and feel rejected by their peers. They often withdraw, becoming loners and becoming more sedentary.

I work with these children utilizing a three-pronged approach. While I do not advocate conventional weight-loss diets for children, I work with them to become comfortable and to participate in more – and more rigorous – physical activities. At the same time, I intervene with a sensible nutrition program. Finally, I often include the family in a behavior modification program, using rewards and incentives for positive behaviors. My goal is to redirect the child into healthy physical activity as well as help create new habits and control his/her weight.

Let's start your child on the right track with a personalized training program he/she will enjoy.