The Un-Fit Kids Problem - November 1, 2007

Why get in shape and, therefore, healthy? A great reason is to set a good example for your kids. Today's children, for the first time in recorded history, have a lower life expectancy than their parents. Sure, I can worry about global warming and pollution and a bunch of other things that I have no direct control over. But, what's my excuse for a full third of high school students being completely sedentary and California spending $28 billion annually due to obesity related illnesses? I can't sit here any more. I'm going for a walk!