Obesity

1 in 5 children in the United States are obese Sedentary activities such as watching television and other screen devices, contribute to excess weight gain in children.   How Much Physical Activity Do Children Need? Research has now shown that any amount of physical activity has some health benefits.  What Are...

On October 4, 2017, thousands of schools and communities throughout the country will be participating in Walk to School Day. The daily recommendation for physical activity for children 6 years and older is at least 60 minutes per day. The 60 minutes does not need to...