And it is generally recommended that parents wait until their child is 6 or older before starting them in team sports because many children do not understand the concept of teamwork until this age. Unstructured play is recommended before then. For kids, not all physical activities are considered equal. Power weightlifting is not recommended for young children. Cross-country jogging might not be appropriate, either.
Parents can try a number of strategies to ensure their children are active and enjoying being fit.
Television and computer time should be limited. Active play time with schoolmates or neighborhood kids should be encouraged. Families can take walks, play ball or go bicycling together. Children should be allowed to try a variety of sports and athletic classes and if they don't enjoy a sport, they shouldn't have to continue with it. The best exercises for kids are the activities they like, because it's what they'll ultimately end up sticking with.