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A Career in Teaching Exercise to Children
Love exercise? Love kids? Ever thought about combining the two and making a career out of teaching exercise to kids? With the increasingly couch-based lifestyle that many children have, the worries th...
Active Games for Preschoolers
Information about active games for preschool aged children, aimed at helping them to develop an appreciation of fitness while they have fun....
Active Games for Teens
Ideas for active games for teenagers, focusing on fitness and fun. Highlights specific party games, offering rules....
Active Indoor Play
Ideas for active indoor play for children and their parents. Includes information on active video games, sporting equipment that can be used indoors, and exercise videos....
Active Kids & Learning Ability
A look at a study that indicates the need for students to get regular, vigorous exercise to maximize their learning ability. Stresses the need for fitness to be a priority for all kids....
Active Parents, Active Kids
A look at the value of encouraging physical activity for children, stressing the importance of parental involvement....
Activities for 3-5 Year Olds
Ideas for appropriate physical activity for children aged 3-5. Includes game suggestions as well as a summary of the benefits of exercise for young children....
Activities for 6-8 Year Olds
A look at age appropriate activities for children aged six to eight, stressing the need for daily exercise to be a part of every child’s life....
Activities for 9-11 Year Olds
Ideas for incorporating activity into the lives of children aged nine to eleven. Includes tips for making fitness a family thing....
Activities for Girls Who Are Reluctant to Exercise.
The ways in which you can encourage girls to get enough exercise....
Activities for Teens
Ideas for helping teenagers to incorporate healthy physical activity into their lives. Addresses team sports, individual exercise, and life sports....
Activity Holidays For Children
Ideas for families wanting to plan an active holiday. Includes suggestions for adventure vacations as well as volunteer opportunities....
Activity Recommendations for 5-12 Year Olds
A look at exercise recommendations for kids aged 5-12, including specific activity recommendations, breaking the ages into two groups. Includes current UK guidelines for quantity of exercise needed....
Aerobic Fitness for Teens
A look at aerobic workouts for teenagers, with explanations about the benefits of aerobic exercise. Also includes guidelines for aerobic workouts as well as ideas for motivating teens to pay attention...
Are Contact Sports Safe
A look at safety considerations for children enrolled in contact sports. Includes tips for finding the right program, securing proper safety gear, and recognizing the signs of injury....
Are Self Defence Classes Good Exercise?
How different types of self defence class burns calories in different ways...
Beautiful Ballerina Colouring Picture
These beautiful ballerinas are having a ballet lesson. Can you colour them in? Download the colouring picture to see how pretty you can make it......
Bike Riding & Roller Skating
A look at bike riding and roller-skating for kids and families. Includes tips on safety gear, safe riding, and including all family members....
Can it Be Too Cold For Children to Play Outside?
Provided children are wrapped up warmly with suitable clothes that will keep them dry, they should be able to play out in all temperatures in the UK...
Can Taekwondo Make Children Aggressive?
A look at the benefits of martial arts training for kids, with an emphasis on taekwondo. Stresses the importance of seeing that kids engage in some type of sport of exercise daily in order to keep the...
Can Too Much Exercise Damage a Child?
It’s hard to say how much exercise is too much; in fact, most parents and carers are concerned that their children do too little. The UK Government and medical experts recommend 60 to 90 minutes of ex...
Change 4 Life: Helping Families Stay Fit
An explanation of the Government’s Change4Life project and why it works....
Climbing Frames and Other Equipment
Information about climbing frames, swingsets, and play centres for children. Includes safety information as well as ideas on choosing the best set for the family....
Cold Weather Sports
Ideas for winter activities for kids, helping them to stay fit year round. Includes tips for safe cold weather play....
Compulsory PE in School
What does compulsory PE in schools entail?...
Cooking With Kids: Eating Healthily Together
Ways of making cooking with children fun and interesting....
Copy Cat Drawing Puzzle
Bobby loves playing football. Can you copy the picture of him into the grid below, then colour him in your favourite football team's colours? We have drawn his foot to help you get started....
Dance and Musical Activity
A look at music and movement for children aged 3-5, from dancing in their homes to enrolling in organised classes. Includes information about a few popular children's television shows that encourage c...
Dance for Kids
A look at dancing as a means of great exercise for kids of all ages, from preschoolers to teens. Covers dance videos, Dance Dance Revolution, and dance parties....
DIY Exercise Equipment
Exercise equipment can be expensive, but there are ways to make DIY exercise gear at home and save money. Be careful with tools, and take care when lifting and throwing heavy things....
Does Sport Have to Be Expensive?
These days, everything seems to be expensive, from the gym membership or admission fees to the clothes and kit, and parents might be wary of encouraging children and young people to try new sports bec...
Eating for Energy
Information on choosing healthy diets for growing kids, especially for promoting energy. Includes tips on proteins, carbohydrates, and fat requirements for healthy children....
Encouraging Schools to Incorporate Play
A look at the lack of physical education (PE) classes and other opportunities for activity for students. Includes ideas for increasing the time that kids get to play actively while at school....
Exercise & Body Image
A look at the influence that regular exercise has on the body images of kids and teens. Addresses the need for parents to promote healthy attitudes and teach their children that strong and healthy are...
Exercise & Emotional Well Being
A look at the benefits of regular exercise on emotional well being for kids and teens. Includes information about the effect that exercise has on stress, anxiety, and depression....
Exercise for Babies: Yoga and Swimming
Even very young children should be as active as possible, because it helps their bodies and brains develop. Children who are active are also more likely to grow into adults who are active. Exercise al...
Exercise for Diabetic Kids
A look at the benefits and cautions associated with exercise for diabetic kids. Includes tips for exercising in a safe manner, with information about hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia....
Exercise for Kids with Juvenile Arthritis
A look at the importance of exercise for kids with juvenile arthritis (JA). Includes basic JA facts, listing of symptoms, and ideas for developing a safe exercise plan....
Exercise for Kids With Learning Disabilities
Exercise is important for children’s health. Whatever their level of ability or disability, all children should get around an hour of exercise a day. Children with learning disabilities or difficultie...
Exercise for Kids With Physical Disabilities
Children should be getting around an hour of exercise a day, and this counts for children with physical disabilities as well. Being fit can help with controlling weight, which can be an issue with chi...
Exercise for Stress Management
A look at the benefits of exercise for teens who are seeking ways to manage their stress levels. Includes an explanation of the body's reaction to stress and a list of stress related symptoms....
Exercise in Pregnancy
Exercising in pregnancy is just as important as exercising at any other time. Exercise can increase energy, is good for muscle tone, and improves strength and endurance - all useful for childbirth and...
Exercise in Schools
How sport in schools is viewed and structured....
Exercise in the Garden
Ideas for fun garden activities that will keep kids fit and healthy. Includes suggestions for making exercise a social and physical adventure....
Exercise Videos for Kids
A look at exercise videos for kids -- dance, sports, and popular workouts. Points out the benefits of purchasing exercise videos for kids of all ages, from preschoolers to teens....
Exercising Indoors: How to Exercise When It's Raining
It’s raining outside - is that a good excuse not to do any exercise? Not at all - there are plenty of exercises that are perfect to do indoors....
Extreme Sports
A look at extreme sports, including skateboarding, rollerblading, BMX biking, surfing, skiing, snowboarding, and rock and ice climbing....
Find the Winning Swimmer Puzzle
Toby, Pippa, Dash and Megan are all having a swimming race. Can you find out which order they finished by following the wiggly lines?...
Fit Families and Water Sports
Summer is the time to get out into the water and water sports are a great way to get exercise and keep cool all at the same time, and to keep fit as a whole family....
Fitness for the Asthmatic Child
A look at the importance of fitness for kids with asthma. Includes a listing of asthmatic symptoms as well as recommendations for exercising safely and proper use of medications....
Fitness Programs and Personal Trainers for Kids
Information about fitness programs, personal trainers, and other ways of helping kids to achieve and maintain a healthy weight and overall fitness....
Five A Day: What Does it Mean for Kids?
Answers to some common questions about getting children to eat five portions of fruit and veg a day....
Foods that Fuel Active, Growing Bodies
A look at the nutritional needs of active, growing children. Includes specific suggestions for healthy foods that kids will enjoy....
Fun at Camp
A look at factors to consider when choosing a summer camp for children. Addresses concerns about camp safety, counsellor qualifications, theme camps, location, and cost....
Fun Exercise Facts: How Do We Compare to Animals?
Every year, humans break new sporting records, going higher, faster, deeper or longer. However thoroughly these records are broken, animals will always manage to beat them....
Fun Exercise Facts: How Far is It?
Ever wondered how far it would be to swim the channel or how many jumps would take you to the moon?...
Fun Facts: How Fast Can We Go?
Since records began, people have been trying to become faster, through better training and improved nutrition....
Fun Facts: How Many Calories Does Exercise Use?
The number of calories burned during exercise does depend on the amount of lean muscle - people with more muscle and less fat will burn more calories. It also depends on the size of the person - a hea...
Fun Facts: What Does Exercise Do to Us?
It's good to exercise - experts recommend that children should get 60 to 90 minutes activity every day, and even children with problems such as asthma should still exercise. But why is it good?...
Fun Gadgets to Encourage Exercise
Everyone knows why it’s good to exercise, but sometimes it’s hard to get up the enthusiasm. There are a number of gadgets that might keep the kids interested long enough to make exercise a life-long h...
Get Fit Playing Computer Games
A look at ways to incorporate activity into the lives of kids by the use of video and computer games....
Getting & Staying Motivated to be Fit
A look at ways to motivate kids to make fitness an important part of their lives. Includes tips on making and sticking to fitness goals....
Getting to the Olympics: Kids and Competitive Sport
The summer and winter Olympic Games, which alternate very two years, are the pinnacle of many athletes’ careers, and a lot of young people involved in sport have ambitions to be at the Olympics one da...
Going from Fat to Fit
A look at the steps necessary for overweight kids to improve their fitness level and reach a healthy weight. Includes tips for getting and staying motivated....
Golf for Kids and Teens
A look at golf for kids and teens, including tips on finding a qualified instructor. Focuses on the importance of golfing for fun and exercise....
Great Gifts for Active Kids & Teens
Gift ideas that promote fitness and activity for kids of all ages, from babies to teens. Includes a breakdown of recommended gifts by age category....
Gym Kit Activity Sheet for Boys
This little boy would really like to go and play sport - but he's not sure what to wear or what to play. Can you colour in the sports clothes and sports equipment? Then carefully cut out the boy and a...
Gym Kit Activity Sheet for Girls
This little girl would really like to go and play sport - but she's not sure what to wear or what to play. Can you colour in the sports clothes and sports equipment? Then carefully cut out the girl an...
Gymnastics
A look at the benefits of gymnastics for children. Includes tips on finding a good coach, with a focus on fun and fitness....
Healthy Family Fun
Ideas for parents who wish to incorporate active playtime into their family’s routine. Includes tips on playing with young children, making time for family fun, and active holiday getaways....
Healthy Fridge & Cupboards
A look at nutritious foods for parents to keep on hand for their children. Includes recommendations to stick with basic wholesome food and to limit sweets and other unhealthy snacks....
Helping Teens Take Charge of Their Fitness & Health
A look at helping teens to take charge of their health and fitness. Includes recommendations for encouraging teens to develop good relationships with the family doctor, take charge of their own medica...
Hiking, Climbing & Other Outdoor Activities
A look at the opportunities for outdoor exercise available on camping trips, focusing mainly on hiking, climbing, boating, and biking....
Horseback Riding
A look at the pleasures and benefits of horseback riding for children. Includes tips for hiring an instructor, choosing a horseback riding camp, and helping kids focus on safety, fun, and fitness....
How a Child's Daily Routine Affects Their Weight
The findings of a study into the advantages of a strong daily routine for children....
How Much Competition is Healthy?
The ways in which you can tell if your child has crossed from competitive to aggressive....
How Much Exercise do Kids Need?
Kids need daily exercise for health and fitness, but how much do they need? Looks at levels of recommended activity for kids and suggests ways for kids to incorporate exercise into their lives....
How to Engage Children in Dance
Engaging children in dance as a way of getting exercise without realising it. The health benefits: physical and psychological. Finding dance workshops and classes....
How to Introduce New Sports to Your Child's School
The ways in which you could approach the subject of having your sport included in your school's programme...
How to Keep Kids Fit on a Sensible Budget
How to help your children enjoy sport without breaking the bank....
How Young is Too Young to Start Self Defence Classes?
How children as young as five can begin self defence classes....
How Young Should Children Start Exercising?
It’s a good idea to get children started with exercise early, as they are more likely to carry it on into adult life. It’s important to make sure that it is the right kind of exercise though, as exerc...
Individual Sports
A look at individual sports for kids and teens. Includes exercise guidelines for kids....
Is There a Link Between Exercise and Intelligence in Children?
The outcome from the research into links between intelligence and exercise....
Is Your Child Doing Enough Exercise?
The findings of a new study into exactly how much exercise children get when playing sport....
Join a Walking Bus Group
Information about the benefits of joining a Walking Bus group, including exercise, socialisation, safety, community involvement, and environmental responsibility....
Kids and Exercise Equipment
Like adults, kids can benefit from using a variety of exercise equipment – this takes a look at some of the more popular choices....
Kids Who Hate Exercise
Kids need around 60 to 90 minutes exercise a day, but some kids just hate the thought of exercise....
Learning to Love Your Body
A look at ways to help teens learn to accept and appreciate their bodies, rather than comparing themselves negatively to others. Includes recommendations for choosing healthy foods and staying active....
Life Sports
A look at the importance of getting kids and teens interested in life sports, enabling them to play actively for many years....
Little Things That Add Up
Ideas for parents who wish to encourage their children to be more active. Includes ideas for incorporating small bits of exercise into the regular routines of children....
London Olympics: an Inspiration to Our Children
A brief description of some of the ways in which the Olympics are inspiring our youngsters....
Maintaining a Healthy Weight for Kids and Teens
A look at the problem of childhood obesity -- causes and solutions. Offers advice on healthy eating and exercise to keep kids and teens at healthy weights....
Making Time for Fitness
A look at ways for busy people to incorporate exercise and activity in their lives. Stresses the importance of parents prioritising fitness for their children....
Martial Arts for Children
A look at several popular styles of martial arts, with a focus on their application to child and teen students. Covers the basics of martial arts from China, Japan and Korea....
Measuring Body Mass Index (BMI)
Measuring body mass index (BMI) and looking at the resulting number can help kids and teens to get a picture of their weight status. Includes cautions for relying only on BMI numbers in determining ov...
Mummy and Me Classes
A look at the benefits of getting young children involved in fitness early, specifically by enrolling them in “Mummy and Me” classes....
On Your Marks Exercise Game
This is a great game for all the family - it's a fun way to get everyone moving - and hopping and jumping and skipping.......
PE: Why all Round Fitness is Not Always the Outcome
How doctors from a leading exercise institute are suggesting PE lessons should be reformed....
Pets as Exercise Partners
A look at the exercise benefits of adding a pet to the family. Includes information about other benefits of pet ownership, including decreased allergies and asthma, as well as stress reduction....
Playing Football with Your Child
Information for parents about playing football with their children, from teaching them basic ball handling skills to keeping the focus on fun, rather than winning....
Preventing Dehydration in Kids
A look at the causes, prevention, and treatment of dehydration in kids and teens. Includes tips on keeping kids well hydrated as well as advice on when to seek medical assistance....
Preventing Sports Injuries in Kids & Teens
A look at ways that parents and coaches can help kids to avoid injury when participating in sports. Includes specific suggestions designed to keep kids safe....
Running and Kids
A look at the benefits and risks of running for kids. Stresses the need for parents and coaches to encourage running without pressuring kids to perform beyond healthy standards....
Safety Gear
An overview of basic sports safety equipment for kids. Stresses the need for consistent use of appropriate gear in order t best protect kids from sports related injuries....
Should Kids Do Competitive Sports?
There has been a lot of debate in schools about whether children should be involved in competitive sports, or should just play all-inclusive sports where the focus is on joining in rather than winning...
Should Kids Drink Water When Exercising?
More than half of people’s body weight is made up of water. During exercise, temperatures rise as muscles work harder, and people lose water by sweating, which is why you need to drink water before, d...
Soccer Mums and Dads: How to Keep Cool on the Sidelines
How to be a supportive parent and cheer on your children without embarrassing them....
Special Needs Kids & Exercise
A look at the importance of physical exercise and activity for special needs kids. Includes ideas for parents on finding activities best suited to the needs of their kids....
Sport Specific Nutrition
A look at the nutritional needs of kids who are involved in sports. Includes ideas for a healthy diet, stresses the importance of staying hydrated, and advised against dieting for kids....
Sports Camps
Tips for parents in choosing sports camps for their children. Looks at safety, emergency readiness, staff qualifications, and cost as factors to consider....
Sports Injuries in Children and How to Treat Them
The major differences between injuries in adults and children and what should be done to treat youngsters' injuries....
Summer Exercise for Families
As the weather gets better, summer is a great time for exercise, and an ideal way for families to spend some time together....
Swimming
A look at the many benefits of swimming for kids and teens. Includes tips on swimming safety as well as pointing out the positives about swimming for kids with health issues....
Teaching Children When it is Appropriate to Use Self Defence
The circumstances you should teach your children about when they might feel compelled to use their self defence skills....
Team Sports
A look at the benefits of team sports for the health and fitness of kids and teens. Includes information about physical, emotional, and social benefits of playing a team sport....
Tennis
A look at tennis for kids --from necessary equipment to locating places to play and qualified tennis instructors. Stresses the need to keep the focus on fun, fitness, and sportsmanship....
The Benefits of Physical Activity
An overview of the benefits of physical activity for kids. Covers both short and long term benefits, as well as covering the importance of feeling good and not merely looking good....
The UK Obesity Crisis: Overweight Children
How new findings from a measurement programme reveal the scale of the UK's obesity problem....
The Walking Bus
A look at how the Walking Bus works and the benefits that it offers to children and the community. Includes tips for beginning a Walking Bus program at schools that don’t yet participate....
Tiny Tots Tumbling
A look at the benefits of enrolling young children in tiny tots tumbling classes. Stresses the need for the focus to be on fun, rather than proper gymnastic form....
Tips for Raising Active Teens
Ideas for instilling a love for exercise and physical activity into kids and teens. Includes recommendations for making fitness a family priority....
Trampolines
A look at the use of trampolines as fitness tools for kids. Includes listings of the benefits of trampolines as well as cautions for safety issues....
Uncoordinated Children: What Sport is Best for Them?
The different ways in which different children can get plenty of exercise....
Warming Up & Cooling Down
A look at the importance of warming up and cooling down for kids who exercise. Includes tips on proper warm ups, stretching, and cool downs....
Weight Loss Camps
A look at weigh loss camps for children, including tips for choosing a camp. Stresses the importance of implementing changes at home to complement the lessons learned at camp....
Weight Training for Teens
An overview of weight training for teens, including the benefits as well as the risks. Includes tips for including weight training in a complete fitness plan....
What Self Defence Options Are Available to Children?
An overview of some of the most popular types of self defence for children....
Why Children With Close Friends Exercise More
An overview of new research by academics which shows children who exercise with friends, exercise more....
Yoga
A look at the benefits of yoga for children and teens. Includes ideas for finding yoga instruction that is well suited for children and families....
Yoga For Children
A look at the benefits yoga for children, both physical and emotional; includes ideas about the right age to introduce yoga to children as well as stressing the importance of developing healthy habits...