How do you get fit, stay in shape and eat healthy?  Some of the youth around my community were more than eager to share their experiences.  It seems that more and more youth are starting to pay attention to their exercise and eating habits. 

One of those youth is Anthony, an East Palo Alto resident who plans to start a routine in which he will walk 30 minutes daily at his local park.  Not only is he going to start walking daily, but he will also cut down on his food rations and completely stop eating fast food.  Although he feels sad that he won’t be able to eat his favorite food (nachos), he is willing and determined to learn parkour, a sport in which people try to maneuver through their surroundings by climbing walls or ladders and even railings.

Silvia, a Menlo Park youth, has already begun her workout routine. She is now walking for about 15 minutes each day and eventually wants to move up to 30 minutes each day. Her workout does not leave any room for the taco truck that she once loved.  Silvia is determined to keep a healthy and active body, which in turn will help her to be stress free. 

Check out this link of San Mateo County youth making a change in their lifestyle and helping to make their environment healthier. 

Check out these links:

Tools to help people be healthy

Tools to help you be physically active

So you see, there definitely is proof that youth in San Mateo County are taking the lead in getting fit and eating properly.  These youth have set up goals for themselves and want to accomplish something that they can feel proud about and so can you!