News: Redskins Players and Boys and Girls Clubs of Loudoun Team Up to Combat the Growing Epidemic of Childhood Obesity

Sterling (Apr. 27, 2010) - Washington Redskins players will debut a Redskins Youth Fitness Zone on Tuesday, April 27 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Boys and Girls Club of Loudoun County (located at Sterling Middle School), 201 West Holly Avenue, Sterling, VA 20164. The Redskins Youth Fitness Zone will be used as part of the Boys and Girls Clubs Triple Play program which encourages nutrition, fitness and wellness to combat obesity in boys and girls ages 6 to 15.

The Redskins Youth Fitness Zone was donated by the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation.

After a jump rope cutting ceremony, Redskins players will lead a group of 50 kids and their families in a series of exercises specifically designed to motivate them to make fitness an every day activity.

Childhood obesity is a growing, national health issue that can lead to chronic health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. The Redskins Youth Fitness Zone uses the HOPSports Training System (HTS), a multi-media instructional tool for physical education teachers delivered through Digital Video Recorder (DVR) technology. The HOPSports Video Library encompasses over 100 fitness lesson plans specifically designed to meet NASPE (National Association for Sports and Physical Education) standards. Find out more at www.hopsports.com.

About Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation
The Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation, the nonprofit philanthropic arm of the team combines the influence and popularity of the Washington Redskins with the resources and assets of Washington area corporations. Founded by Redskins owner Daniel M. Snyder, the Charitable Foundation is guided by its Leadership Council that consists of CEOs who help shape and define the philanthropic efforts of the Redskins to achieve a measurable impact on youth development in the areas of education, community outreach, and health and wellness. Visit www.Redskins.com and click on Community for more information.

About the Boys and Girls Clubs of Loudoun County
In every community, boys and girls are left to find their own recreation and companionship in the streets. An increasing number of children are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know that someone cares about them. Boys & Girls Clubs of Loudoun County offer that and more. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. Boys & Girls Clubs of Loudoun County are a safe place to learn and grow – all while having fun. Visit www.bgcloudoun.org for more information.