Fitness & Wellness

Vermont Governor issues challenge to state's kids

Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, April 19th, 2004

As his health commissioner detailed the dangers of obesity among kids, Governor James Douglas issued a challenge March 31, 2004, to young Vermonters to turn off their televisions and computer games, opting instead for some exercise and healthy eating.

The so-called "Daylight Savings Challenge" is designed to take advantage of the improving weather and the extra hour of daylight that will follow the switch to daylight-saving time.

The challenge asks kids to keep track of what they do next week to exercise, eat fruits and vegetables and spend less time in front of the TV and video games, or as the challenge puts it: "Move more, eat more colors and turn...

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Source: Obesity and Diabetes Week (2004-04-19)

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