Fitness as a Life Skill for Special Needs Populations
Fitness as a Life Skill for Special Needs Populations “Kettlebell and the sandbag,” Nico states as I’m preparing for him to do squats. “You want to do farmers carries?” “Yes,”...
Fitness/Sports/Recreation
How to Help Your Child Manage Spring Fever
Daylight Savings time is around the corner. The days will be growing longer; the birds out your window will be louder and humming with energy…and so will your kids. It’s...
Health and Wellness
Health and Wellness A Red Panda. A Twenty foot tall ball of yarn. Both are specific, if uncommon visuals. Okay now… “Healthy living.” Whatcha got? A cornucopia filled with fruits...
Adapted PE for Reality
Adapted PE So each year around late August I’m reminded of my school observation gigs in which I was hired to assess and critique adapted PE programs around the Northeast....
6 Simple Ways To Have A Little Summer Adventure
To me, adventure has always been the connections and bonds you create with people when you’re there. And you can have that anywhere. – Bear Grylls, Adventurer Bear Grylls’...
Looking for a Fun Family Exercise? How About Parkour!
What is Parkour? To some, Parkour is the most empowering force in their life. To others, it’s a cross between gymnastics and martial arts. To Wikipedia, it is a training...
Picnic in the Garden: Sensory Play and Sensory Foods for the Outdoors
Sensory Play and Sensory Foods for the Outdoors Summer is quickly upon us which means the kids that have been clawing at the windows can now be set free to...
Ask the Clinician? How Can I Get My Child with Special Needs Comfortable with the Pool in My Backyard?
Pool Tips 1. Start with Swim Lessons Knowing your child can be comfortable navigating through water on their own results in peace of mind for everyone. Before their first day,...
Summertime Family Fun
Summertime Family Fun We have all heard the saying, “a family that plays together, stays together” and there is no better time than now to promote family “togetherness”. There is...
How to Sneak in Physical Therapy on Vacation
How to Sneak in Physical Therapy on Vacation Spring break approaches. Summer approaches. Trips are planned. What you can’t always plan, however, is getting the physical activity your child might...
