Nationally Recognized Kids Fitness Expert Travels 4,500+ Miles Cross Country to Talk Fitness

LOS ANGELES - April 20, 2016 - PRLog -- Research has shown that regular exercise in children results in stronger self-esteem, increased levels of energy, improved memory and lower chances for obesity. That's why, Steve Ettinger, who's appeared in Parents Magazine, the New York Times and People.com, wants to encourage more children to get active

"I think that most kids have a good understanding about the importance of exercise and eating right, but sometimes they just need to hear it in a different context," stated Ettinger.

From April 28th-May 14th, he'll be driving by pick-up truck from Los Angeles to New York City, speaking at 22 elementary schools along the way about being active and what it means to be an athlete. This will be his third cross-country speaking trip to date.

"For the first few years, I would fly from one city to another, giving my talks, but I realized I was missing all of the cool stuff in between," he explained. "The United States is such a huge place, full of diversity, beautiful landscapes and wonderful communities. It's easy to forget or take for granted how amazing this country is, but seeing so much of it in this way firsthand is a humbling reminder."

In 2015, Ettinger spoke to around 15,000 students about the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. According to the dedicated fitness expert, he plans to spend around two hours at each school, talking to children about health and fitness while fitting in a fun workout. During each day of his travels across the U.S.A., he'll also film a short exercise video that the kids can do in their classrooms or at home.

"I'll shoot the video wherever I am that day, so they can follow along with me on my trip, while getting in great workouts," stated Ettinger. "The number one thing I hope kids hold onto from my visits is how much they're in control. I want kids to understand that becoming an athlete involves much more than being the strongest, or fastest or winning the most trophies. Being an athlete is about believing you can get better every day, and more importantly, taking the actions to make it happen. "

Ettinger is funding the trip with the loose change he's collected over the last seven years. Because he's so passionate about kids fitness, he's speaking to students across the country free of charge. The media is encouraged to take part in this educational event. Ettinger will be available for interviews before and after the presentation.

ABOUT STEVE ETTINGER: Steve Ettinger is a nationally recognized kids fitness expert, speaker and children's book author. His first book, Wallie Exercises (Active Spud Press), earned 7 awards and as People.com put it, "encourages kids to break a sweat- in the cutest way possible." He travels around the country speaking to children, parents, and educators about the importance of quality exercise and health education. To learn more, click here (http://steveettinger.com/about).