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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Physical activity has many benefits for kids
Published on April 4, 2016
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Strategies to help your family eat healthy and stay active during the cold winter months
Published on December 7, 2015
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Michigan venison is a healthy local protein source
Published on October 5, 2015
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Role of the built environment and obesity among rural children and adults
Published on September 25, 2015
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