Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids A Family-Centered Approach to Achieving Optimal Health

by Gotlin, Robert S

• ISBN13: 9780979356438
• ISBN10: 0979356431
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-07-15
• Publisher: DiaMedica

Summary

Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids helps families make fundamental changes that will improve their health and overall fitness. It emphasizes that fitness is a family issue, and that it's not just about food-it's about how kids and their families spend time together.

Author Biography

Dr. Robert S. Gotlin is the Director of Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City. His practice includes orthopaedic, sports, and spine rehabilitation.

Dr. Gotlin frequently appears on radio, television and in print. He hosts The Dr. Rob Says…Sports Health and Fitness Show, which airs every Saturday morning on 1050 ESPN Radio. The show reviews health related topics and offer expertise on sports and fitness-related issues. In particular, controversial topics related to youth sports and youth development are detailed with point-counterpoint discussions among listeners and select experts. He has been guest host for television’s ABC Now - Healthy Living, a daily television program that features breaking medical news and practical health advice.

He has served on the medical team for the New York Knickerbockers (NBA Basketball) the New York Liberty (WNBA Basketball), and consulted for the the New York Yankees (MLB Baseball) and New Jersey Nets (NBA Basketball). He is the Team Physician for the Harlem Wizards Basketball team and a member of the medical team for Woman’s Rugby, U.S National Team. He is the father of three; coaches’ several youth sports teams, and is the medical liaison to several youth sports organizations. His opinion is internationally sought on several topics, including but not limited to equipment design, safety precautions, and athletic skill development. Dr. Gotlin volunteers’ countless hours working with children age 13-16 teaching sportsmanship, community values, and fostering athletic excellence.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 1
Fitness Is a Family Affair: Raising Fit Kids in an Expanding World	p. 5
Staying in Shape: Exercises for Kids	p. 13
Sports for Children, Ages 6-12	p. 23
The Right Equipment for Every Sport	p. 35
Advice for Coaches: The Parent Partnership	p. 41
Keeping Kids Safe While They Have Fun: A Guide to Common Injuries and How to Manage Them	p. 51
A Few Very Important Words About Alcohol, Drugs, and Other Threats to the Safety of Kids	p. 63
Meal Plans and Sports Menus for Kids Who Think They Hate Healthy Foods Toni Colarusso M.S.	p. 69
Child-Friendly Recipes That Are Good for the Whole Family	p. 135
Ask Dr. Rob: Common Questions About Fitness in Kids	p. 145
Where Do We Go from Here, Dr. Rob?	p. 157
Resources	p. 161
Weight/Volume Equivalents for the Major Food Groups	p. 165
Index	p. 179
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