Medical Xpress

Kids in child care need healthy movement, and guidelines can improve their health

Healthy movement behaviors support young children's physical, mental and social development, and shape lifelong habits. These habits include engaging in physical activity, reducing sedentary screen ...
Medical Xpress

Little kids, too little movement: Global study finds most children don't meet guidelines

Appropriate levels of physical activity, sedentary behavior and sleep (collectively termed movement behaviors) are essential for the healthy growth and development of preschool-aged children.
Medscape

Early Childhood Movement Tied to Active Lifestyle Later

Early childhood movement habits predict a more physically active lifestyle in early adolescence, according to a longitudinal study. Following the publication of the World Health Organization (WHO)’s ...
Vermont Business Magazine

New resources help build kids’ confidence around food, movement, body image

Adults don't always realize how the language we use at home, in school, in sports, in the media and in everyday conversations can contribute to body dissatisfaction and low self-esteem. A new resource ...
Psychology Today

Children’s Need for Movement

Most of us are acutely aware of our need for physical exercise. We hear it from all kinds of sources, ranging from our physicians at our annual checkups to commercials on television touting the latest ...