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Physical activity, exercise, and sedentary activity: what can my child do? by Angela M. Fals, MD, FAAP Medical Doctor

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Posted Thu 20 Aug 2009 10:53pm Since this week we are discussing the topic of exercise and activity for children and teens, let's start by asking (and then answering) some important and much-asked questions posed by parents... click here to continue reading article Read on »

10 Simple Activities to Encourage Physical Activity in the Classroom by Your Therapy Source Posted Wed 27 Oct 2010 6:09am a new daily rule every day that includes physical activity. I.e. walk backwards to water fountain, tip toe to the bathroom, stretch before sitting in chair. See if you can catch... 1. Secret Password: Every day establish a secret password activity such as 5 jumping jacks, stand on one foot for 5 seconds, hop three times, etc. Then establish when Read on »

Mar 13, How much physical activity should we be getting? by CindyH74 Posted Sat 13 Mar 2010 9:38am How much physical activity should we be getting? How much do my children need? Read on »

Reminder of the Benefits of Physical Activity by Blake H. Healthy Living Professional

Posted Wed 10 Nov 2010 10:55am Another reminder of the benefits of physical activity (click image to enlarge). Yes, I know you already know this. Consider this your reminder to get in some activity today. Source: CDC: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals on Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults Read on »

Get Your Physical Activity On by Blake H. Healthy Living Professional

Posted Mon 03 May 2010 12:17pm “The National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity’s mission is to unite the strengths of public, private, and industry efforts into collaborative partnerships that inspire and empower all Americans to lead more physically active lifestyles.” — Mission Statement of the NCPPA Here is the Overview of the National Physical Activity Plan Read on »

Physical activity helps the body detoxif by Mary Pougnet Patient Expert

Posted Sat 17 Apr 2010 10:35am Physical activity helps the body detoxify by improving the way the tissues use oxygen & eliminate waste products thru sweat.#MaryWoznyHealth Read on »

Physical activity has significant benefi by Mary Pougnet Patient Expert

Posted Mon 25 Oct 2010 5:05pm Physical activity has significant benefits to your overall health, well-being and quality of life. #MaryWoznyHealth Read on »

Regular physical activity is essential t by Mary Pougnet Patient Expert

Posted Tue 09 Nov 2010 8:10am Regular physical activity is essential to maintain muscle mass & flexibility, bone density, lung capacity & joint mobility.#MaryWoznyHealth Read on »

Regular physical activity is one of the by Mary Pougnet Patient Expert

Posted Wed 26 Jan 2011 2:40pm Regular physical activity is one of the best ways to improve your mood, decrease anxiety and depression, improve sleep quality and enhance your self-esteem. Read on »

THE RELATION OF MENTAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY by charakadas Patient Expert

Posted Thu 07 May 2009 9:22pm physical activity and physical fitness are associated with improving the mental health and well-being. Persons who are regularly active shows less anxiety and depression and lower levels of stress than do sedentary persons. Physical activity programs may be useful as an adjunctive therapy for treating mild to moderate depression. Read on »