Ladies, did you know that physical activity is one of the best ways to improve the health of our bodies? In fact, people with active lifestyles live longer and can reduce the risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and some cancers. An active lifestyle is recommended for everyone, from children, teenagers, and adults, to the elderly. However, the portion and the body's need for physical activity are different in each age range. The following are recommendations for an active lifestyle for children aged 3 years to teenagers that we can accustom our children with.

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Children's Physical Activity Needs

Adults are encouraged to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity or 75 minutes of high-intensity activity each week. Meanwhile, for children, the recommendations given are different according to their age. Children aged 3-5 years are advised to be encouraged to be active throughout the day while playing, children who are less active and moody can be a sign of a problem. Meanwhile, children aged 6-17 years are advised to be physically active for at least 60 minutes a day.

Physical activity can be in the form of cardio, muscle strengthening, and bone strengthening. The selection of the type of physical activity or sport can be adjusted to the growth of the child's age and preferences.

Benefits of an Active Lifestyle for Children

The following are some of the benefits that children can get if they do regular physical activity:

1. Improve academic ability through improving memory and focus.
2. Good for brain health by reducing the risk of depression or stress in children.
3. Increase bone strength
4. Help maintain ideal body weight and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and obesity
5. Maintain a healthy heart and lungs while maintaining healthy blood pressure

Tips for encouraging an Active Lifestyle for Children

Today, gadgets become common things among children. In fact, most of their time is spent with their smartphone sitting at home. As parents, we can invite our children to get used to physical activity as a daily activity. Here are some things you can do as a parent to get your child into an active lifestyle:

1. Start at an early age. Early childhood tends to be active and likes to play. Encourage children to do interesting activities because it can be the first step to building the foundation of an active lifestyle.
2. Be a role model who provides examples of the application of an active lifestyle.
3. Make physical activity part of family activities, such as playing sports or playing together
4. Provide equipment or items that can encourage children to be physically active, for example, sports shoes that he likes.
5. Give a positive response to each child's achievements and try to give encouragement to try new challenges.
6. Make physical activity fun. Let the child choose a sport that he likes and don't force the child to pursue one thing if he doesn't like it.
7. Always pay attention to safety. Equip children with appropriate personal protective equipment and do not allow children to do physical activities alone.

Encouraging an active lifestyle in children can be a foundation that can be given by parents so that their children grow up active and healthy. Choose a sport that suits your preferences and age and give positive encouragement so that your child is always excited.

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Sources:

Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity. (2022). How much physical activity do children need? Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [online]. https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/children/index.htm

Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity. (2022). Health Benefits of Physical Activity for Children. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [online]. https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/adults/health-benefits-of-physical-activity-for-children.html

Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity. (2022). Making Physical Activity a Part of a Child’s Life. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [online]. https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/adding-pa/activities-children.html