In conjunction with Stanford University's Behavioral Sciences Department, Thrive Research has developed a set of programs to improve the well-being of teens, both physically and emotionally.
We're not alone in our passion. The White House has made children's health a top priority, as evidenced by a recent announcement from the First Lady.
"We want to eliminate this problem of childhood obesity in a generation," Michelle Obama told Good Morning America. "We want our kids to face a different and more optimistic future in terms of their lifespan."
With that in mind, Michelle Obama started "Let's Move," an ambitious, nationwide campaign that calls for "a comprehensive approach that will engage every sector impacting the health of children and will provide schools, families, and communities simple tools to help kids be more active, eat better, and get healthy."
"We all know the numbers," Obama said. "I mean, one in three kids are overweight or obese, and we're spending $150 billion a year treating obesity-related illnesses. So we know this is a problem, and there's a lot at stake."
Developing and maintaining good health habits is a lifelong skill that's best developed at an early age. We applaud the White House for taking the lead and for Michelle's own example of values-in-action by doing cardio with Barack for 30 minutes every day.
Learn more about Let's Move, the global obesity epidemic, and how Thrive Research can motivate your child to live a healthier, happier life.
