Mavs Fit Program focuses on helping youth develop a health lifestyle.
DALLAS, TX - Baylor Emergency Medical Centers are proud to partner with the Dallas Mavericks on a new program called MAVS FIT that will encourage youth to make healthy living a priority at a young age through nutritious eating and regular exercise.
The Mavericks and Baylor Emergency Medical Centers have again partnered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dallas, Arlington and Collin County for a four week Challenge: Children from 12 different Boys and Girls Club branches around the metroplex will learn how to make healthy decisions and track their eating and exercise habits through a point system.
"The importance of physical activity and a healthy lifestyle goes beyond “looking good," especially for kids, who are just looking to have fun,” said Dr. Thomas Black, Baylor Emergency Medical Centers. “As an Emergency Room Physician, I know firsthand the importance of physical activity and good nutrition. It's no secret that a healthy heart and lungs keep your body running; but for kids it means so much more. Community based programs like Mavs Fit are necessary because they make healthy living fun for kids. “
Students will win prizes based on their level of participation, and the Boys and Girls Club branch with the highest overall point total will win a donation of brand new sporting goods equipment and a Mavs pep rally. MAVS FIT Challenge nutritional information was presented by Albertsons.
About Boys and Girls Clubs of Dallas
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas began operations in November 1965 with the opening of the West Dallas Boys Club and now operates a dozen Clubs for boys and girls that enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Programming in three core areas—academic success, good character & citizenship, and healthy lifestyles—meets the diverse needs and interests of our members. Programs provide strong moral guidance, positive role models and life-changing educational programs. Today more than 6,000 Club members in the greater Dallas area benefit from our programs and services. Learn more at www.bgcdallas.org or call 214-821-2950.
About Baylor Emergency Medical Centers
In communities throughout North Texas, Baylor Emergency Medical Centers offer convenient access to compassionate medical care. Baylor Emergency Medical Center hospitals are located in Aubrey, Keller, Murphy, Burleson, Rockwall, Mansfield and Colleyville to provide citizens of the area with emergency medical and inpatient care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and feature diagnostic imaging including X-ray, a CT scanner and ultrasound, a laboratory and a pharmacy. For more information or a list of locations, please visit www.bayloraubrey.com, www.baylorburleson.com, www.baylorcolleyville.com, www.baylorkeller.com, www.baylormansfield.com, www.baylormurphy.com, www.baylorrockwall.com.
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