Summer is over, the days are getting shorter and colder temperatures will soon take hold across much of the country. For parents and teachers caring for children in early grades, that means going ...

Regular physical activity contributes to a child’s physical development and promotes overall well-being. It may help if parents and caregivers can encourage them in active play, playground activities, ...

Physical exercise is an essential requirement for maintaining wellness in both adult, and child populations. Physical exercise enhances cardiovascular health, muscle strength and bone density, while ...

(WIVB) – Since 2006, the American Heart Association and the NFL have been teaming up to help kids get active through the NFL Play 60 program. The program encourages kids to get at least 60 minutes of ...

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 in ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- School's out, so it's time to play! "Summer is in full swing, the kids are out of school, which means longer days, late nights and endless opportunities for children to just ...

It's hard to find workout time as a parent. However, if it's a priority for you, there are some ways to squeeze it in.

Preschool children with more backyard space and those who live closer to parks and water do more active play than children ...

We all understand that being active is good for our overall health. From boosting cardiovascular health and promoting weight loss to strengthening muscle and reducing the risk of chronic disease, ...