Physical activity produces overall physical, psychological and social benefits. Inactive children are likely to become inactive adults. Physical activity helps children with controlling weight, reducing blood pressure, raising HDL ("good") cholesterol, reducing the risk of diabetes, and improved psychological well-being, including gaining more self-confidence and higher self-esteem.
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The Benefits of Team Sports
Today's generation of children is fighting the worst obesity epidemic in history. Giving kids an excuse to exercise is...
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Teaching Your Child to Swim
There's an ocean of reasons why kids should learn how to swim while they're young. The most obvious one is safety. If...
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Should I Start My Child on an Exercise Program?
My 12-year-old son is gaining weight quite rapidly. He was always "just right" until middle-school homework cut into his...
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Fitness Activities for Kids: Help Your Kids Stay Fit and Active by Joining In!
Amid full-time jobs, financial worries, and lack of time, many parents feel lost about how to keep their kids active and...
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Strength Training and Your Child
According to the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), strength training can be a fun way for kids to...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
