Overweight & Obesity
Study finds most day care programs don't give kids enough exercise
Rates of childhood obesity in the United States are soaring, and new research suggests child care programs may be part of the problem.
May 18, 2022
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News tagged with fit kids
Pediatrics
Kids' grip strength is improving, but other measures of muscle fitness are getting worse
Physical fitness in kids refers to their ability to perform physical activity. Their fitness level is not only important for success in sports and athletics, but also for good health.
Jul 27, 2021
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Health
Kids' fitness is improving, but they still aren't as fit as their parents were
Physical fitness is important for success in sports and athletics, but it is also important for good health. If you are generally fit, you probably have a strong heart, brain, muscles and bones, all of which help you to exercise ...
Mar 27, 2018
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Overweight & Obesity
Exercise boosts obese kids' heart health
(HealthDay)—When obese kids get moving, their cardiovascular health quickly improves even if they don't lose weight, a new review finds.
Aug 10, 2015
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Health
Children's cardiovascular fitness declining worldwide
Many kids don't run as far or fast as their parents did, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013.
Nov 19, 2013
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Health
Fit kids finish first in the classroom
Fit kids aren't only first picked for kickball. New research from Michigan State University shows middle school students in the best physical shape outscore their classmates on standardized tests and take home better report ...
Dec 6, 2012
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Health
Getting fit as a family
(HealthDay)—Getting the entire family involved in fitness is a great way to enjoy quality time and instill a love for exercise in kids at an early age.
Sep 1, 2017
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