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Malena Gonzalez Zumba Instructor located In Miami
As Zumba has been one of the hottest trends in the Fitness and Health in the last two years Malena has been dancing Zumba at a local private club in Miami, Florida twice a week and conduct private workout sessions for clients 3 times a week. I am a Licensed Zumba Instructor and ZIN instructor network member. This summer I will be attending classes in Orlando to get my Zumbatomic certification (for children 8 to 14). Now she is taking her passion on online and show casing her videos within Virtual World Fitness to brand herself and her talent. If you live in the Miami area and want to take her classes contact her at Gonzalez_malena@hotmail.com You could also visit her at www.virtualworldfitness.net/howitworksvmone and Join FREE and become a fan her as she starts her mission expanding herself online....
Nutrition
Nutrition plays an essential role in your everyday life. If there wasn’t nutrition we wouldn’t be able to live healthy lives. Virtual World Fitness brings you the expertise and professionals to help you improve nutrition. We have looked outside the box as well as inside. We are here for you, because we care! We want everybody to live a healthy and active lifestyle and to do this you need the proper nutrition. You are probably saying, “If I want to improve on my nutrition, I can go online”. That is true! However, it would be more beneficial to ask the advice of someone that is living proof and is certified in this area of health. Our health professionals are geared in nutrition and can guide you towards the right path. Virtual World Fitness has thought of everything. We are not just into weightlifting or bodybuilding, but we are here to change the lives of everyone if given the chance. You will have access to our certified nutritionists’ calendar, see videos, leave comments, and become a fan. So, do you think you’re up for the challenge? Are you ready to become...
Kids Love Sloppy Joe
Here is a great healthy way to make Sloppy Joe, not only will your kids enjoy it
but it is nutritionally great! 8 servings, generous 1/2 cup filling each Active Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients * 12 ounces 90%-lean ground beef * 1 large onion, finely diced * 2 cups finely chopped cremini mushrooms, (about 4 ounces) * 5 plum tomatoes, diced * 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour * 1/2 cup water * 1/4 cup cider vinegar * 1/4 cup chili sauce, such as Heinz * 1/4 cup ketchup * 8 whole-wheat hamburger buns, toasted if desired Preparation 1. Crumble beef into a large nonstick skillet; cook over medium heat until it starts to sizzle, about 1 minute. Add onion and mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until the vegetables are soft and the moisture has evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes. 2. Add tomatoes and flour; stir to combine. Stir in water, vinegar, chili sauce and ketchup and bring to a simmer, stirring often. Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and the...
What are the good and bad food groups for kids?
Our kids are the key to our future and we need to lead by example and show them how to eat better by teaching them the difference between good food groups and bad food groups. Stocking your kitchen with more nutritious food is the first step to a healthier living. Once you have stock your kitchen with healthy foods, allow your children to pick and choose what he or she wants to eat. By doing so, it will begin to teach your child how to make their own healthy choices as oppose to you (as a parent) choosing it for them. To help you get started on knowing the difference between each group, we have provided a list below that you can take on your grocery shopping adventures Good food groups
- Fresh Fruits
- Whole Grains
- Mixed Veggies
- Whole Wheat
- Salads
- Egg Whites
- Low Fat Cheese
- Candy (High is Sugar)
- Fried food (High in Saturated Fat)
- Fast Food restaurant such as McDonalds, Burger King and Wendy’s (High Fat, Bad Carbs and Sodium)
- Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and Fries
10 great healthy eating tips for kids!
1-Always feed them breakfast. 2-Always feed them different types of healthy food. 3- Provide them fruits and veggies with every meal. 4-Make sure they eat their carbs. 5-Try to make them eat regularly throughout the day. 6-Breakfast should include a beverage such as milk or orange juice. Water should be provided with every snack, lunch and dinner. 7-Make sure they brush their teethes at least twice a day. 8-Always try to keep them active by playing sports or taking them outside for strolls. 9-Make sure they get 8 hours of sleep at night. 10-Give them one treat a day of their choice....
3 Vital Parts of Child Fitness
In general, fitness is usually split into 3 categories; Strength, Stamina and Flexibility. Here is a breakdown:
- Stamina is the ability for you to continue physical activities for a prolonged period of time. Aerobic exercises increase your stamina (a.k.a. Endurance). These exercise strengthen your lungs and heart; basically more blood and oxygen get pumped to whatever body part is needed at the time. As time goes by, it will become much easier for your child to breathe during soccer games or dance class. This part comes natural to children during their early stages in life, so continue to condition their stamina so they can live a healthier lifestyle as adults also. A great way to incorporate this into your child's daily schedule is to take an hour or two and engage in an activity that's fun for both of you like: dancing, running around the park, playing Marco Polo in a pool, etc.
- Strength and power can be increased (build up muscles) using anaerobic activities. Stronger muscles aid in joint support and also reduce injury. We don't suggest children lifting weight, since they are still growing. Attempt to have... Read More »
That’s some “Fine Motor Skills” you got there Kid!
Kids are naturally curious about their surroundings and are always looking for something to grab, play with, and even put in their mouths. A lot of times we simply view these behaviors as cute and downright adorable (or nerve wrecking depending on what they are trying to touch), but it is important to encourage this behavior. This behavior helps develop your child’s “fine motor skills”. Fine motor skills are those skills that allow your child to develop the ability to grab objects, write their names, and hopefully teach them how to handle just about anything in life! Although kids are naturally good on working on their motor skills all by themselves, there are many activities that you can do to help your child build fine motor skills. Clay: Not only does clay allow them to work with their hands, but it helps build their creativity. Kids are imaginative by nature and believe they can do anything their mind tells them. You can implement other clay equipments such as cookie cutters and Playdough accessories to promote motor skills to the max. Cutting: Children love to cut and make different shapes out...
Put me in Coach… I’m ready to Play…. Today!
Sports are an essential part of a kid’s life. It allows them to burn lots of energy in a positive and productive way. It also keeps them active and helps maintain a healthy life. Kids who are active when young are prone to adapt healthy habits versus those who do not engage in any sports activities. Sports also teach them different lessons such as team work, responsibility, punctuality and more. Kids are required to be at school on time; complete homework on due dates and may have to work with others to complete a school project. Although kids see sports as fun activities that they can engage in and interact with friends and family, we grown-ups know that it is providing more than just that. It provides important lessons that are important for kids to learn at an early stage so they can be prepared for anything that life throws at them. Sports and fitness go hand and hand without say. As we mentioned before, sports provide a fun way to keep kids active and healthy. Most sports require running, jumping, sprints, physical strength and more. Below, we have...
Edu-cise Your Child!
Parents need to be role models and take 30 minutes a day three times a week and do fun exercises with their child. Below you will find great exercise tips for you and your child to have fun with, while staying in shape. Please, always use safety precaution when performing these exercises with your kids.
- Push ups- Have your child spell the word push up and then have them do 1 push up per letter. (Every time they get a letter wrong have them do an extra push up.)
- Jumping jacks- Ask your child if Jumping Jacks is an action word if they get it right reward them with their favorite healthy treat. If they get the answer wrong have them do 1 jumping jack per letter.
- Calf Raises- Ask your child where is the calf muscle located? Then give them a multiplication problem which they have to answer utilizing the calf raise.
- Running in Place- Provide your child with a list of human body part names. Ask them to try and spell each one and every time they get one of them wrong... Read More »
