Children and adolescents 6 to 17 need to be active for at least 60 minutes every day.
The amount and types of physical activity recommended vary by a child’s age.
This group needs 60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity each day, including:
Sixty minutes of activity a day may sound like a lot, but don’t worry! Your children may already be meeting the recommended physical activity levels. Learn ways to encourage children to participate in a variety of activities that are age-appropriate and enjoyable.
Want to see what counts? Check out examples of aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and bone-strengthening activities for children and adolescents.
Also, school-based physical activity can help children meet the recommended 60 minutes or more of daily physical activity.
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