I’m overweight myself and I feel funny trying to be an example to kids. Can I be an effective teacher of Eat Well & Keep Moving?
Absolutely. Eat Well & Keep Moving is not a dieting program. It is a health promotion program. Many people struggle with diet and physical activity—and incorporating healthy behaviors is a lifetime commitment. Many teachers have found that their own weight status has been an asset in teaching the material because they can learn alongside their students, gain students’ trust with their honesty and experience, and start to make healthy changes in their own lives.
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