Jonny Parr Training

There is absolutely no doubt that one of the biggest concerns in society today is the childhood obesity epidemic. PE Teachers, parents/guardians, communities, clubs, coaches and personal trainers can all play a role in tackling the problem. I firmly believe that physical activity is one of the most important fundamentals in tackling the problem. I believe the key with kid's being active is making whatever activity you do as fun and interesting as possible, that's it. This is easier said than done of course, yet this is what we have to strive to achieve.

The role personal trainers/coaches play?  I believe personal training sessions such as those weight training based can play a huge role in weight loss due to the metabolic benefits it can impose. Weight training for kid's, you must be mad, it will stunt their growth I hear you say. Let's put this myth to rest...there is absolutely no evidence whatsoever that lifting weights stunts children's growth, none. In fact, children would actually benefit from some form of resistance training due to the strength and metabolic benefits. The fact remains that many personal trainers won't cater for children and young people, particular those working in commercial gyms. This is something I can't understand. Now more than ever is the time children should experience and reap the benefits from the personal training and coaching community. 

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