Five & Fit

Five & Fit is a pilot project designed to prevent obesity in young children, ages one to four.  Currently based at two early childhood centers in Philadelphia, Five & Fit mobilizes older adults (age 55+) from the community to support parents, family members and formal caregivers in making healthy food choices, getting regular exercise, and engaging in behaviors such as regular bedtimes and mealtimes that are  important in the prevention of early obesity.  The development of Five & Fit has been guided by Temple University's Center for Obesity Research and Eduction (CORE).