We live in an era of hand-held electronic devices. Access to entertainment, social media and information is readily available on screens of all sizes. It’s easy to become distracted by (and even addicted to) our phones, tablets, computers and televisions. With this in mind, it is more important than ever to encourage children and adolescents to get up, get out, and keep moving!
Regular physical activity:
• Builds and maintains healthy bones
and muscles
• Decreases body fat
• Provides increased energy
• Improves flexibility
• Reduces the risk of developing obesity
and chronic diseases like diabetes
• Reduces feelings of depression and
anxiety
• Can improve concentration
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that young people aged 6–17 get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.
• Builds and maintains healthy bones
and muscles
• Decreases body fat
• Provides increased energy
• Improves flexibility
• Reduces the risk of developing obesity
and chronic diseases like diabetes
• Reduces feelings of depression and
anxiety
• Can improve concentration
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that young people aged 6–17 get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.
It’s best to get well-rounded exercise and work on both strength and endurance, but letting children choose a favorite activity means they will be more likely to stick with it. So whether it’s organized sports, biking around the neighborhood or playing hopscotch – any activity beats inactivity!
Now is the time to create good habits that can increase a child’s chances of living into a healthy and active adulthood.
More Here!Now is the time to create good habits that can increase a child’s chances of living into a healthy and active adulthood.
