Watching him earn his belt made me think about all the children who do NOT participate in athletics and group activities. Physical activities are SO important!
SO MANY great things we don't have to worry about when we promote physical activities in our household!
According to The American Heart Association physical activity can help children:
- controlling weight
- reducing blood pressure
- raising HDL ("good") cholesterol
- reducing the risk of diabetes and some kinds of cancer
- improved psychological well-being, including gaining more self-confidence and higher self-esteem
Kids NEED to be more active! Parents NEED to turn off the electronics and GET outside with their children or just GET ACTIVE! No-one has ever said "your child gets too much physical activity" or "your child has TOO many healthy activities" or even "You all watch too little tv"....
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