Most children are in perpetual motion. It is very important to establish good habits when they are young, before they start to slow down. Kids begin to slow down around age 12 and are more dependent upon adults to take them to organized sports and recreational activities. Encourage children to stay physically active. Parents can teach their children healthy lifestyle habits that will last forever.
Children often imitate their parent's activity levels.
Fitness and physical activity can become a family affair. Spend time together playing games, bicycling, hiking, or swimming. Children go through 6 distinct developmental stages. Activities good for one age level may not be good for another. Develop good eating habits.