Happiest 4th of July to all of our HKRS Families and Friends!
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Wednesday, June 21 is not only the first day of summer, but it’s also National Yoga Day! Kids can benefit from some easy yoga poses just like adults. Everyday children encounter emotional, social, and physical challenges or conflicts, a dedicated and intentional yoga practice that includes breathing techniques, behavioral guidelines, and physical postures can be incredibly […]
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Summer means more time outdoors, and it definitely means time for sunscreen! More than 5 million people are diagnosed with some degree of skin cancer yearly, so it’s important to establish healthy habits in your kids so that they stay burn free and cancer free into adulthood. Here are a few tips to avoid burns and to make […]
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Carbohydrates are some of the building blocks of healthy nutrition. Most foods have some amount of carbohydrates, but not all are created equal. Foods that are highly processed and full of carbs should get a bad wrap, but carbs that come from natural food sources like whole grains, whole fruits, and nuts are great ways […]
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June is the perfect time of the year for local fruit! Blueberries and strawberries are finally in season and what better way to make use of them than a frozen summer snack- frozen yogurt and fruit bark! This super easy recipe is only a few ingredients and takes just a couple of minutes to whip […]
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For the most part, adult age runners know one very basic rule- wear your current pair of running shoes for running only! It might seem like a waste for you kids to only use them for one sport, but there are a few reasons for such madness. Running shoes are specifically designed for forward motion. […]
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Here, on the East Coast, we are getting our first blast of summer heat this week. While we are very thankful to be out of snow season, an early shot of intense heat can cause problems if you aren’t prepared. Here are some tried and true tips for everyone to help beat the heat this weekend (and summer) while […]
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With summer just around the corner, schedules are changing constantly, and you may find allowing your children a little more leeway with their schedules. Late nights catching fireflies are lasting memories, but it is still important for kids to get enough sleep to help power them through the day and avoid the dreaded summer colds. […]
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If you are anything like our families, Granola bars are an absolute dietary necessity. More or less, they are an essential part of our children’s food groups. While the gigantic box of chewy bars from the local box-store may be convenient, they can have a ton of added sugar, various oils, and it’s pretty difficult […]
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May is one of the best times of year for locally produce. While summer is right around the corner, you can still find a ton of great items that are produced locally. One of our favorites is Thai Peanut Zoodles! You can purchase a zoodle maker online for a few bucks and it’s a great […]
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