Month: February 2020

Obesity among children in the United States has tripled within the last two decades. Obesity causes social problems for children and often brings about diabetes, coronary disease, and musculoskeletal problems in adulthood. Preschool fitness is a sure way to help prevent childhood obesity and improve children’s health.

By age three, most children can go up and downstairs by alternating their feet, throw overhand, and start place. Most four-year-olds can catch a bounced ball, pedal a tricycle, and jump using a running start. By five, most children can skip, leading with one foot; roll like a log, and pump their legs over a swing.

Physical education activities like running and playing tag help children stay toned. Family activities like walking, sledding, and biking help children enjoy exercise.

Parents can take other learning to make sure their preschoolers learn about and employ fitness activities:

Active Free Play

Give children a minimum of …

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