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Children's
Physical Activity at Home or in Daycare
Your child needs regular physical
activity through play and sports to stay fit. Good physical activity
habits learned early can help your child become an active and healthy
adult. Adults who are physically active are less likely to be
overweight or to have heart disease, high blood pressure, and other
diseases. Adults and children should try to get at least 30 minutes of
physical activity most days of the week.
- Encourage your child to
participate in physical activities, including sports.
- Encourage involvement in
activities that can be enjoyed into adulthood (walking, running,
swimming, basketball, tennis, golf, dancing, and bicycle riding).
- Plan physical activities with
family or friends; exercise is more fun with others.
- Limit the time your child spends
watching TV to less than 2 hours per day. Encourage going out to
the playground, park, gym, or swimming pool instead.
- Physical activity should be fun.
Don't make winning the only goal.
- Many communities and schools
offer exercise or sports programs—find out what is available for
your child.
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