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  February 29, 2007


The February IDEA Fitness Journal is our Weight Management for Kids and Adults Issue.


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 Features
The Skinny on Losing Weight and Keeping It Off
By Natalie Digate Muth, MPH, RD
Here’s the latest data on weight loss, along with secrets from successful dieters on what really works—and what doesn’t!


Kids in Motion Stay in Motion
By Alexandra Williams, MA
Innovative exercise and weight management programs for children mix fun with technology, research and skill to instill lifestyle changes early on.


Could You Be a Cybertrainer?
By Biray Alsac, MS, and Amanda Vogel, MA
Find out how to use Internet tools to add value to your business.


The Evolution of Education
Rediscover motivation & movement at the 2008 IDEA Fitness Fusion Conference™.


Personal Training
High-School PE Class Revisited
By Jason R. Karp, PhD
Ex Rx: Using vintage body-weight exercises never goes out of style.


The Transformational Twosome
By Ryan Halvorson
PFT Profile: Dawn and Tom Terwilliger offer clients more than sets, reps and shrinking waistlines.


The Mentor Connection
By Ryan Halvorson
Finding a mentor can save you time, money and aggravation.


How Do You Deal With Competition?
Tricks of the Trade: Q&A.


Nutrition
Food for Thought
The latest in nutrition news and science.


An Eye on Nutrition
By Victoria Shanta Retelny, RD, LD
Nutrition: Set your sights on the foods that can enhance and maintain eye health.


Group Exercise
A Balancing Act
By Joy Keller
Buzz: Draw inspiration from classes that offer both "soft" and "hard" options for training.


The Art of Play
By Peggy Gregor
Use your knowledge and expertise to let the kid in you come out and teach.


Stay Seated!
By Bethany Diamond
Ebb: Use the cool-down to bond with cycling participants while creating community and building retention.


Cohesive Training Courts New Instructors
By Joy Keller
Generation Group XYZ: Theresa Stelly, director of Pilates for Spectrum Clubs of Santa Barbara, shares the finer points of mentor programs.


Sample Class: Athletic Boot Camp
By Leigh Crews
Class Take-Out: Challenge participants with fun skills and drills.


Mind-Body-Spirit
Mind-Body-Spirit News
Wellness news and research from around the world.


Do Negative Beliefs Sabotage Your Clients?
By Karol Ward, LCSW
Inner IDEA: Help your clients shift gears away from self-destructive thinking.


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