Title: Helping at-risk youth through physical fitness programming
First published: 1997
Description: Based on the First Choice fitness program that has been used successfully across the country, this book explains how to use a physical training program as an intervention for at-risk youth. Not only does this unique program help young people increase their fitness levels; it also teaches them to choose concrete goals, develop the discipline necessary to achieve them, and become responsible members of society.

By following the guidelines presented in this complete manual, fitness leaders, youth recreation leaders, social service administrators, and others who work with at-risk youth can effectively implement a physical training program and make a positive, lasting impact on young people's lives.
Subjects: Physical education for youth with social disabilities, Physical education of socially handicapped youth, Physical fitness, Youth, conduct of life, Juvenile delinquents, rehabilitation
Places: United States
LC classification: GV444 .C65 1997