01. Too little play harms young bones Kids who don’t get out and about enough may have substandard bone strength while growing up. A lack of exercise in childhood can also have long-term effects on bone health. Read02. Strength training good for kids too Regular physical exercise can help to improve your kids' physical strength by increasing their muscle mass. Find out how strength (resistance) training can be help. Read 03. Active kids concentrate better Research has shown that children, who engage in regular physical activity, are better able to concentrate on their academic work. What can you do to boost your kid's concentration? Read |
04. Exercise discipline reaps rewards The self-discipline required to get fit will spill over to other spheres of your child's life and will improve his or her functioning in areas not remotely associated with fitness. Read 05. Lack of exercise = lack of energy Fatigue in children may have many causes. Lack of exercise is one. But why does lack of exercise lead to decreased energy levels? Read 06. Can exercise boost lung function? Lack of exercise in children has many detrimental effects. But can too little or no exercise have a negative impact on a child's lung function? We investigated. Read 07. Off the couch, onto the field Think of your child. Is she climbing trees or playing video games? Contrary to popular belief, children aren't naturally and spontaneously active. At least not in the 21st Century. Read 08. When push comes to shove Children need exercise. Sports activities – at school, or privately – are the best way to get your kids moving. But how do you know if you're turning into a pushy parent? Read |