Adolescents and Kids
“Enjoy Play, Every Day!”
Kids need to get up and move! Physical activity is very important for the growth and development of children and adolescents. Free play, organized sports and doing chores around the house help to make kids happy and healthy.
For kids ages 6-17, the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend 60 or more minutes a day of physical activity.
Benefits:
- Healthy growth and development
- Strong bones and muscles
- Building social skills and teamwork
- Better grades, self-esteem, and mood
Articles
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Youth sport coaches: Tips to help get young athletes to eat healthier
Published on February 24, 2017
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Protein intake for athletes
Published on February 14, 2017
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Ways to encourage your kids to be active
Published on January 6, 2017
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Refuel, rehydrate and rebuild after a workout
Published on December 19, 2016
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