This program occurs in 12-week learning phases. Children meet twice per week for 50 minutes of physical activity. Once per week, either one of six 40-minute nutrition classes or one of six 40-minute behavior modification classes using the Smart Moves™ Workbook, also occurs. Parents/caregivers receive additional cognitive behavior skill classes on how to be good role models for the children and are able to discuss with other parents and social workers the challenges they face. Children are encouraged to attend consecutive sessions. This program currently meets the pledge requirements.
Program Information
Resource Information
Research Information
- Effects of a Weight Management Program on Body Composition and Metabolic Parameters in Overweight Children
- National Cancer Institute Research Tested Intervention Programs: Smart Moves/Bright Bodies
- Effects of a weight management program on body composition and metabolic parameters in overweight children: a randomized controlled trial.
- Long-term Results of an Obesity Program in an Ethnically Diverse Pediatric Population
- Anthropometric and psychosocial changes in obese adolescents enrolled in a Weight Management Program
Age Range
Children ages 8 to 16 years old
Program Duration
12 weeks, can do several consecutive program 12-week sessions over course of a year
BMI Range
Greater than 95th percentile
Follow Up
Yes