Huff has especially seen movement building confidence and resilience in her own kids by teaching them to stay with something when it gets hard. She’s also seen confidence grow when they realize their bodies are capable of more than they expected.
“Sports and physical activity naturally create moments where they have to fail, adjust, try again and keep going,” Huff said. There’s a quiet confidence that comes from learning you can work through discomfort and come out stronger on the other side. That builds resilience in a way that transfers far beyond athletics.”
Making fitness accessible for families
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As a national program director, Huff is constantly shaping spaces and programs that make fitness more accessible for families. She thinks about how fitness can meet people where they are at different stages of life, and about designing programs and spaces that feel welcoming, modern and intimidating while still delivering real results.
“For families, accessibility often comes down to reducing barriers, creating environments where parents feel supported, where schedules are realistic and where wellness can fit into life rather than compete with it,” Huff said. When fitness feels approachable and relevant, more families stay connected to it long term.”
Most importantly, Huff encourages parents to frame physical activity as an enjoyable experience rather than a chore, starting from a young age.
“It is strength, confidence, energy, joy and fun. When kids grow up with that understanding, they build a much healthier relationship with their bodies and with wellness overall,” Huff said. “Kids should experience movement as something energizing, social and empowering. When they connect it to enjoyment, growth and being part of a team, it becomes something they value for themselves rather than something they feel pushed into.”