Family Resources

Below are some resources and additional Web sites that can help you learn more about nutrition, fitness and exercise, and staying committed to a healthier lifestyle. Click on the links to learn more.

Pre-program Forms

• Letter to Doctor
• Physical Form
• Getting Started
• Medical History

Nutrition

• Reading Food Labels
• Portion Distortion
• Rate New Fruits and Vegetables

Fitness

• Weight Management: A Balancing Act
• Using a Pedometer
• SCORE for L.I.F.E Activity Record

Tips for Parents

• The Power of Praise
• Sweet Rewards You Can’t Eat

Internet Resources

• U.S.D.A. Food Guide Pyramid www.mypyramid.gov
• Nick Jr. www.nickjr.com/home/nicktrition/index.jhtml
• Kids Health www.kidshealth.org
• Kidnetic www.kidnetic.com
• Dole 5 A Day www.dolesuperkids.com
• IN Shape Indiana www.inshape.in.gov
• Fit City www.FitCity.info
• VERB It’s What you Do www.verbnow.com
• www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/ click on the activity calorie calculator to see how many calories you burn with various activities
• Keep an electronic food journal at www.calorieking.com or www.fitday.com/