MOD is an advocate for Diabetes education and outreach with the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy American Pharmacists Association (APhA-ASP). This blog is here to serve as a diary so others can be inspired and maybe a little entertained by her antics all in the name of healthy lifestyles.
Today, nearly 1 in 3 children in America are overweight or obese. If we don't solve this problem, 1/3 of children born in 2000 or later will suffer from diabetes or chronic obesity-related health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and asthma at some point in their lives. "Let's Move! is a comprehensive initiative, launched by the First Lady, dedicated to solving the challenge of childhood obesity within a generation, so that children born today will grow up healthier and able to pursue their dreams." It gives parents information and fosters an environment that supports healthy choices. (Information above retrieved from the Let's Move! website). Here are pictures from our Move Your Body class.
The dance leader taught 34 middle and elementary school students how much fun exercise can be. Everyone laughed, learned some new dance moves, and got their heart pumping.
