If children aren't given opportunities to be physically active, they will become lazy and lethargic. Teaching them the importance of exercise, on the other hand, will give them a valuable tool for managing their health now and in the future. Exercise Benefits Children as young as age two should be encouraged to be physically active on a regular basis.
Exercise helps build and maintain healthy bones, muscles and joints.
It also has many other long-term benefits that children will appreciate when they get older. Because children are anatomically, physiologically and psychologically immature, special care must be taken in designing an appropriate exercise program. Safety should be the priority. Since competition is becoming important for this age group, enroll your adolescent in team sports to develop their appreciation of teamwork and good sportsmanship. As a parent, you are an important role model for your child.