Week 1: 3-5This week focused on: Running with the Ball, Ball Control, & Healthy Habits
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What We Learned
Soccer
Tips • Try to substitute lean meat or beans for fatty meat,
when possible - ground turkey is a great alternativeto ground beef
• Make sure to include plenty of vitamin-rich foods,like fruits and vegetables, with every meal
• Limit TV, video games, and computer time to nomore than 2 hours a day
Family Challenge • Ask your soccer player(s) to show you how they
kick the ball with different parts of their foot• Discuss the effect that poor eating habits can have
on our bodies• Be active with your family this weekend
Did You Know?
Exercise is a life saver! Not only does exercise improve your BMI and help get you healthy, it increases energy and serotonin levels in the brain, leading to improved
mental clarity!
Learn more at www.acefitness.org
• This week, participantslearned about healthyhabits and exercise, andhow to identify unhealthyfoods and beverages
The Soccer for Success program isn’t just a program for your children. Our goal is to engage the families and
the community of our participants. Please contact us if you are interested in
getting involved!
• Participants learned howto dribble while running
• Participants learned howto maintain control ofthe ball with differentparts of their foot
Nutrition
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Week 1: 3-5 This week focused on: Running with the Ball, Ball Control, & Healthy Habits
Recipe of the Week:
Turkey Chili Cook time: 20 minutes
Makes: 12 servings, 1 cup per serving
Ingredients
Directions:
1. Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray, and heat over medium-high heat.
2. Brown ground turkey until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
3. Add onion and bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add remaining ingredients; cover and cook for 20 minutes over low-to-medium heat. Serve while hot.
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (28 oz.) can of whole tomatoes
• 2 (14 oz.) cans kidney or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (8 oz.) can of tomato sauce
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 package low-sodium chili seasoning
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper