Exercise for kids should be fun. Instead of working out, think of exercising with your kid as "exercise play." That's the term used by Ewunike Akpan, a personal trainer certified by the American ...

Physical activity benefits people of all ages, including kids. Despite widespread recognition of the positive impact physical activity has on children, many kids are not getting enough exercise. In an ...

Preschool children with more backyard space and those who live closer to parks and water do more active play than children ...

The mental health benefits of exercise for adults are well known, easing depression and reducing anxiety. Now, emerging research highlights its rising importance for children's well-being. Staying ...

InPACT at Home videos significantly boost children's physical activity energy expenditure, highlighting their role in ...

It's hard to find workout time as a parent. However, if it's a priority for you, there are some ways to squeeze it in.

Sport or study? It is a perennial debate – and a false one. Rather than playing more sport being the enemy of a child’s ...

How comfortable a child is in their school may influence their physical activity levels, according to a new study from the ...

A new study looks at whether physical activity requirements for children in schools actually curbs youth obesity rates, and we consider solutions to the problem. Texas and many other states have ...

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