Payke Mobile Gym (PMG) is an innovative program devised to help children develop physically, cognitively, and emotionally. Our program is structured and provides age-appropriate classes that incorporate activities of all kind that work on children’s coordination, agility, strength, flexibility, and even social skills. We bring our equipment to your home or school and teach group, private or semi-private classes.
PMG provides a non-competitive but challenging atmosphere that encourages children to engage in physical activity and puts them on a path toward building confidence and self-esteem.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2008 more than one third of children and adolescents were overweight or obese. Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the last 30 years. Juvenile-onset diabetes is on the rise. For the first time since statistics were kept, the younger generation will not have a longer life span than its parents – let alone a healthier one.
Healthy lifestyle habits, including increased physical activity, can lower the risk of becoming obese and developing related diseases. The dietary and physical activity behaviors of children and adolescents are influenced by many sectors of society, including schools and child care settings.
Schools play a particularly critical role by establishing a safe and supportive environment with policies and practices that support healthy behaviors. Schools also provide opportunities for students to learn about and practice healthy eating and physical activity behaviors.
