Children from ages 6 to 17 should get a minimum of 60 minutes of physical activity every day.
Some ideas may include brisk walking, or vigorous activity, like running. Children should participate in vigorous aerobic activity at least 3 days a week. Muscle strengthening should be a part of the 60 minutes or more three times a week. Bone strengthening activities like jumping rope or running three times a week should also be included in this 60 minute period. Activities should be age appropriate, so a 6 year old isn't doing the same exercise regiment as a 17 year old. Children can strengthen their muscles while competing in gymnastics, playing on a jungle gym or climbing trees. As children grow older and become adolescents, they may start structured weight programs. These programs can be completed along with their football or basketball team practice.
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