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Baby Fat May Not Be So Cute After All

Evidence suggests Obesity Prevention should start very early

'Students teaching students'

Nutrition and how important it is to get healthier foods into the schools! http://www.womenchefs.org/

Study: Extreme obesity affecting more children in US than ever before

Extreme obesity is affecting more children in the United States than ever before, according to a new study.

Health Buzz: The Young Obese May Face Heart Problems

Obese children show signs of inflammation that might increase their risk of future heart problems, the Wall Street Journal reports. In a new study, researchers measured the level of C-reactive protein, a marker of inflammation used to assess heart disease risk, in more than 16,000 children and teens.

Schwarzenegger, Clinton discuss obesity at summit

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Wednesday weighed in on California's pricey battle with obesity, calling for the elimination of sugary "sports drinks" in schools and more vigorous physical activity during and after school.

Premature death is more likely in obese children

About 32% of children and teens are obese or overweight, the government says. Those extra pounds put children at a greater risk of developing diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and other health problems.

A Federal Effort to Push Junk Food Out of Schools

The Obama administration will begin a drive this week to expel Pepsi, French fries and Snickers bars from the nation’s schools in hopes of reducing the number of children who get fat during their school years.

Michelle Obama Tackles Childhood Obesity

Michelle Obama asked the nation’s mayors to enlist in what she hopes will be her foremost project: an ambitious, wide-ranging effort to reduce childhood obesity.

TriActive equipment makes former gang hangout into a fit place

The Los Angeles Times featured TriActive's Bell Park installation in their feature on how TriActive's outdoor exercise equipment transformed a former gang hangout.

TriActive Fitness featured in Forbes magazine for frugal fitness

In an article titled "Frugal Fitness," TriActive Fitness equipment gets kudos as a way to cut costs and still get a high quality workout!

TriActive America Unveils Accessible Multi-Gyms

TriActive showcases new outdoor fitness products for special needs, such as those in wheelchairs, those undergoing physical therapy, and the disabled

Working Out with the Kids

TriActive equipment wins great reviews in New Jersey.

TriActive America Awarded Contractor Status for the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule

TriActive America, the leading source for high-quality outdoor exercise equipment, has been awarded contractor status for the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule for the TriActive Fitness E-Line, which is designed and manufactured in the United States and GSA-approved. “The recognition from GSA that we now produce outdoor exercise equipment of such high caliber that we qualify to sell it directly to the government is monumental with regard to the growing success and achievement of TriActive America,” said James P. Sargen, CEO and Founder of the company. The GSA develops government contracts with companies such as TriActive America. This process helps government offices, agencies, and entities to expedite the ordering of products and services that have been carefully reviewed and pre-approved as worth the money. TriActive America received the contract award under Authorized Federal Supply Schedule 192-08 Fitness Equipment, GSA Contract Number: GS-03F-0098V.

TriActive Fitness Zone Recognized by the American Heart Association!

The American Heart Association recognized French Hospital as a Fit-Friendly workplace, due in part to the recent installation of a TriActive Fitness Zone for employees and the community.

French Hospital opens workout center, free to the public

The first hospital in California to feature a free outdoor fitness zone chose TriActive America’s exercise equipment! Free for the public, employees, and staff, the new TriActive Fitness Zone at French Hospital in San Luis Obispo offers 11 exercise stations that target leg and upper body strength, cardiovascular fitness and core stability. upper body strength and balance.” Many local news stations and other publications featured the TriActive America Fitness Zone in their News sections, including the NBC affiliate KSBY: http://www.ksby.com/Global/story.asp?S=9905124&nav=menu544_7

Let's Go Outside-Spa Business

Summary: Outdoor gyms are becoming increasingly popular around the world: Similar to an indoor gym except that it’s designed to be used outdoors, the concept comes from China, where exercising in public parks is more common than paying for gym memberships. But the trend is also taking off in Australia, the US, Korea and parts of Europe, including the UK, Spain and Portugal. For example: In Florida, the Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Sea World International Center has installed 15 pieces of outdoor fitness equipment as part of a fitness trail which circles the hotel’s man made lake. TriActive America supplied Grand Vacations. Exercising outdoors gives guests the chance to train their physical, mental and spiritual health by connecting them with their natural surroundings. This equipment also gives spa and hotel operators the opportunity to show that they are green in terms of the purchases they make for their facility. Outdoor fitness equipment is people-powered – it requires no electricity. People are recognizing that exercise is critical to solving the worldwide epidemic that is obesity. Spas are the perfect location for an ecofriendly, outdoor gym.