{"id":854,"date":"2023-04-28T14:12:48","date_gmt":"2023-04-28T14:12:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devstonevalleyccs.org\/?p=854"},"modified":"2024-12-04T17:31:08","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T17:31:08","slug":"physical-activity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devstonevalleyccs.org\/?p=854","title":{"rendered":"Physical Activity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health! Being physically active can improve brain health, manage weight, reduce the risk of certain diseases, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercising with your child can better your own health while helping your child develop exercise habits. You are a role model, and your child is more likely to be physically active if you make physical activity a family priority. Take a family bike ride or walk together, or play catch in the yard. Plant a family garden, and watch vegetables and flowers grow over time. Limit screen time on devices and think of ways to get active with your child instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The amount of physical activity that children should have depends on their age:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommendations for Children Ages 3 Through 5 Years<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n