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Children and Exercise, rules and guidelines Everyday we hear of the growing problem of obesity in
children. Determining how much exercise children need, however, can be
challenging. Today’s
generation sees many children foregoing outdoor activities in exchange for
video games, computer programs, and relaxing on the couch watching
favorite television programs. Many
children simply are not getting enough exercise. The Department of Health and Human Services has set in place guidelines regarding the amount of exercise children require. Children between the ages of 6 and 17 need approximately 60 minutes of vigorous, outdoor activity each day. These 60 minutes or 1 hour of exercise should include aerobic, muscle, and bone strengthening activities. Children should spend at least 1 hour per day, 3 days a week engaging in aerobic activity, followed by 1 hour per day, 3 days a week participating in muscle strengthening activities, and 1 hour per day, 3 days per week engaging in bone strengthening activities. Since more activity is required for children than there are days in the week, 60 minutes per day is a minimum. Examples of aerobic activity for children include
running, swimming, bike riding, skate boarding, and dancing. Muscle strengthening activities are those that require
muscles to perform upon exertion and require more work to perform tasks
than is normally required. Climbing,
hiking, or playing on a variety of playground equipment will increase
muscular strength and ability. Bone
strengthening is achieved by performing activities that place direct force
on the bones. Most jumping
activities, when performed on a hard surface, will strengthen bones.
Examples of bone strengthening activities for children include
jumping rope, sports such as baseball, basketball, soccer, and tennis, and
running. Activities for children should be fun as well as age appropriate. Make certain to check with your child’s pediatrician before your child engages in sports and ensure that your child has no underlying health problems or concerns. Like adults, children can also become bored with exercise, make sure to discuss your child’s interest in his or her activities and if they need a change, be flexible. By working with your child’s pediatrician and choosing activities that your child is interested in, he or she can become a happy, healthy child who engages in plenty of regular, daily exercise. Charisse Van Horn is a national Examiner. You may view her column here: U.S. Headlines
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