Heavy Duty

Fitness facilities are discovering a golden opportunity to weigh in on the fat fight.

Photo of kids working out with a personal trainerPhoto of kids working out with a personal trainerLast November, a group of seven children between the ages of 10 and 14 -- all with body fat percentages of 35 or higher -- were the first participants in FitQuest, a new long-term program sponsored by HealthQuest, a health club in Flemington, N.J. Aiming to arm overweight children with the proper tools and mind-set to develop healthy living habits in a non-threatening environment, FitQuest requires each child to maintain a log of his or her food intake. The kids also meet as a group for one hour twice a week to work out with a certified personal trainer on cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, discuss eating habits with a nutritionist and explore self-esteem issues with a child psychologist. Meanwhile, parents meet with a FitQuest staff member separately to track the children's progress.

Log in to view the full article
Page 1 of 148
Next Page
Buyer's Guide
Information on more than 3,000 companies, sorted by category. Listings are updated daily.
Learn More
Buyer's Guide
AB Show 2025 in San Diego
AB Show is a solution-focused event for athletics, fitness, recreation and military professionals.
Nov. 5-8, 2025
Learn More
AB Show 2025