KIDS

Do your children spend more time inside the house watching television or playing computer games than they spend playing outside or doing other activities?  Do you know that motivating your children to be active not only improves their health & well-being now, but may also benefit their health later in life?

Too many kids today are not active!

Inactivity is becoming an epidemic among children who today are less active than they were just a few years ago because of many factors, including less participation in daily physical education classes at school.

KIDS NEED TO BE ACTIVE BECAUSE:

  • Lack of exercise is a major reason for the growing rate of obesity ~ Too much TV and not enough movement.
  • Children who participate in weight-bearing, impact sports such as running, tumbling and dance have higher bone density which can lead to stronger bones later in life.
  • Children who enjoy exercise may develop a lifelong, healthy habit of being physically active.

Become a role model and motivate your kids to move for the fun of it!  Get the whole family involved in games, walking, bicycling, or other active play.  If you are involved, your child is more than likely to get involved.  Participating in physical activities together may also increase the amount of quality time you spend with your child.

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