Study: Obese children tend to have poor lifestyle habits
A study in the American Heart Journal found that a higher percentage of obese sixth-grade children reported less physical activity, two hours of screen time in the past day and eating lunch sold in schools compared with non-obese counterparts. Promoting lifestyle changes and preparing more nutritious foods in schools may help reverse obesity trends, the lead study author said.  Read More.

Monthly Maintenance Meeting: 
Community Outreach -- Grizzlies Manager will work out with our families & review key nutritional guidelines. 

Lots of giveaways and fun for the entire family.  Wear comfortable clothes for an invigorating work-out!  Zumba Warm-Up & Cool down with Kim. 

President's Day, February 21st from 6:30-7:30 pm
Shady Grove Presbyterian Church - Yates and Shady Grove Road in East Memphis.  Call 1-888-495-6555 to register.  Space is limited.  info@strongme.org

Memphis Youth Leadership Program helps teens see a brighter future
   http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/jul/28/a-smarter-way/

Memphis African-American Teenagers Tackling Obesity
   PDF file

Strong Me' focuses on childhood weight: Program will model healthy lifestyle
    http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2008/sep/01/strong-me-focuses-on-childhood-weight/

12 steps to lean, healthy teens
    http://commercialappeal.com/news/2007/dec/26/12-steps-to-lean-healthy-teens/