As far as physical activity goes, American kids are mostly C and D students. And “everything is graded on a curve,” says Jordan Carlson, a professor of pediatrics at Children's Mercy Hospital ...

American kids earned an overall grade of a D- on the U.S. Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. What can be done about that?

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that school-aged children obtain at least one hour of physical activity per day, while preschool-aged children remain active throughout ...

After-school activities are more than just a way to pass the time. They provide valuable opportunities for kids to learn new ...

These activities can help school-age children in the following ways. Motivates Kids to Exercise Not all extracurricular activities are physical in nature, but many are.

Many kids are already enjoying their vacation and taking a break from their books, but it can be hard to keep them active and ...

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that school-aged children obtain at least one hour of physical activity per day, while preschool-aged children remain active throughout ...

But, above all, he means it to be a blast. “Any physical activity for kids should be fun,” he said — not a chore but a route to joy. So this 7-minute workout involves imagination, as well as ...

Child activity paradoxes. A rapidly burgeoning evidence base demonstrates a link between academic performance and physical fitness (closely linked to physical activity) for children of all ages and ...

American kids earned an overall grade of a D- on the U.S. Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. What can be done about that?