Children Exercise Motivation
Children are known to be extremely active and full of energy, but keeping them active and motivated at a young age is more important than you think! Having an active lifestyle as a child creates good habits and benefits children in many different ways.
Further Information
You can find more information about exercise and workout motivation in relation to children here:
Motivating Your Child to Get Active
In order to motivate your child to be more physically active and to promote a healthy lifestyle you can do things like:
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send them encouraging messages
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exercise with them by playing sports and games with them
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put them in a sport where they can be socially and physically active
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playing team sports or being involved in sport camps
The Benefits
Some benefits of motivation to be active during childhood are:
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Positive effects on musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems such as lower body fat percentage, lower blood pressure, and cholesterol
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Improved academic performance and cognitive function
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Positive psychological mindset and better attitude
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Creates social setting for children, especially when playing team sports