Getting your child physically active through sports is one of the best ways that you can help develop her mind and body in a way that’s fun, engaging, and challenging. Below is a list of sporting activities for kids. View full post..

Dancing, experts say, burns calories, boosts energy, improves circulation and tones muscle–which leads to increased strength, endurance and flexibility. In fact, dancing can burn just as many calories as other, more “traditional” exercises, like basketball, badminton, or brisk walking. In addition, dancing relieves tension and stress, improves your mood and serves as an outlet for your creativity. Dancing can also be used to help improve balance and coordination in other sports such as better flexibility and agility for sports such as basketball or volleyball.

Dancing also is convenient. Forget about expensive equipment or workout clothes. All you need is your body and the willingness to have fun. Check out our local listings on available places to learn to dance this summer: View full post..