Sports

Motivating Couch Potato Kids

Technology is wonderful, but it can also tempt kids into leading a sedentary lifestyle.

Tips for Motivating Couch Potato Kids

Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it.
—Plato, Classical Greek philosopher

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Kids Need Better Physical Education and Recess

School budget cuts often either eliminate or threaten to reduce physical education programs and recess. What do you think?

Cheering on Your Child

Cheering for your children while they participate in sports is a great way to show your parental support—find out how to do it respectfully and effectively.

The Benefits of Children's Sports

Kids’ sports have many benefits, both mental and physical, for developing children. They even have benefits for adults.

Motivating Kids to Exercise

Learn how to encourage your kids to be physically active, even if they aren’t too excited about it at first.

Frequent Questions and Concerns about Kids' Sports and Fitness

Find the answers to common questions and concerns about kids’ sports and fitness.

Getting Active and Staying Active!

For kids to be healthy, both now and in the future, they need to develop good exercise habits and get involved in physical activities.

Healthy Habits

Children growing up in North America today are at risk of being the first generation in modern memory that will have a shorter life expectancy than their parents.
—Dr.

Fit, Fun, Fabulous Families

Have you been thinking about getting in better shape? Looking for fun, low-stress ways to connect with your kids? Well, “tricking” yourself into exercise might be just what the doctor ordered.