Kids Underground

 

The National Association for Sport and Physical Education recommends that kids get AT LEAST 60 minutes of physical activity each day — however many kids are not getting even close to that amount. Further, the physical activity should be developmentally appropriate, be enjoyable, and include a variety of activities. Kids Bootcamp offers all this and is perfect for any parent who wants their child to grow up healthy, strong, and have a lifelong love for fitness.

Kids Bootcamp follows the same programming and philosophies as everything else at Underground Functional Fitness and can be applied to all ages, regardless of their experience. We train all ages from 6-year-olds to elite athletes. All ages receive the same training — the only difference may be the weight or intensity. Strength and resistance training can improve health, fitness, and sport performance for kids the same as it does for adults.

Underground Functional Fitness is dedicated to educating children and preparing them for a journey of wellness. We strive to teach kids about their bodies, promote safe training procedures, and offer a fun, rewarding program that nourishes a positive attitude towards physical activity.

Our Kids Bootcamp program is based on both the protocols established within the American College of Sports Medicine and the following general youth resistance training guidelines from The National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Position Statement:

• Provide qualified instruction and supervision
• Ensure the exercise environment is safe and free of hazards
• Start each training session with a 5- to 10-minute dynamic warm-up period
• Begin with relatively light loads and always focus on the correct exercise technique
• Perform 1–3 sets of 6–15 repetitions on a variety of upper- and lower-body strength exercises

• Include specific exercises that strengthen the abdominal and lower back region
• Focus on symmetrical muscular development and appropriate muscle balance around joints
• Perform 1–3 sets of 3–6 repetitions on a variety of upper- and lower-body power exercises
• Sensibly progress the training program depending on needs, goals, and abilities
• Increase the resistance gradually (5–10%) as strength improves
• Cool-down with less intense calisthenics and static stretching
• Listen to individual needs and concerns throughout each session
• Begin resistance training 2–3 times per week on nonconsecutive days
• Use individualized workout logs to monitor progress
• Keep the program fresh and challenging by systematically varying the training program
• Optimize performance and recovery with healthy nutrition, proper hydration, and adequate sleep
• Support and encouragement from instructors and parents will help maintain interest

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