Kids Sports

It would seem that the problem of maintaining fitness least should cover children. But, unfortunately, so it is not always.

Statistics

The number of obese children in developed countries is constantly growing. By some estimates, physical activity almost 30% of boys and 40% of girls from 2 to 15 years, considerably less than what the doctors recommend. If this trend continues, by 2010, obesity will suffer 22% of girls and 19% of boys.

Children are showing less interest in mobile games and other types of physical activity, and find many excuses for this. Of course, when thinking about practice is not necessarily jumping for joy. But no one is born a completely non-sports: how would bumpkin did not seem to a child, there is always a sport that will have him in mind.

Excuses

* "It's not cool!" Try to tell your child about David Beckham. Clearly, not all of them reach the top, but, while working out, everyone can benefit and pleasure. It is believed that the sport - it is not "cool", typically those who can not catch the departing bus, even if that would affect their lives.
* "None of my friends and relatives not involved in sports. Well, that and become a pioneer! Maybe your example will inspire others. If your friends or family makes fun of sports guys, perhaps they just envy.
* "This is a lesson for the boys." It is true that the boys involved in sports more than girls, but it is not because the girls - useless athletes. Just very often they do not like what have to deal with physical education classes. But there are many classes and in addition to the school - such as dancing or martial arts.
* "It's hard / tiring / sweating. If, after the sport something and get sick, then a short time, but fatigue is quite natural, just a little work. Sweating in training, in fact, necessary, but if they like, you can not see that sweat. Moreover, all the rest too sweaty.
* "I do not need muscles. Good shape does not necessarily imply inflated muscles and fitness is not synonymous with bodybuilding. But Also, a relief to have the muscles, you need to do special exercises.
* "I am full / thin / sick. No need to worry about how you look, just come to class and have fun. If you really obese, and not any extra 5-7 kg, talk with your doctor, tell him, than planning to deal with. And if you're sick, you'll still need to move - to maintain good physical shape is useful to everyone.
* "I do not like to play in the team." Excellent. If you do not like team sports, choose something you can do one or the other.
* "My favorite computer games / TV / hang out with friends." Who said that we must choose between one or the other? Do both!

When a person ceases to worry, that will look silly, or sweat, he begins to realize benefits of the active lifestyle.

In addition to health - and it is useful at any age - you can still spend time with old friends or make new, disconnect from the stress of learning; a taste of this victory and who knows may be found in their abilities, about which even not suspected.

Sport in school

Some adolescents are particularly experienced at the sports lessons at school. If this is about your child, advise him to solve their problems in the following ways.

* Talk softly to the teacher and explain what is bothering you. Teachers to exist, to teach to do things on that, as you thought you were incapable. But if something for you is really too difficult, so straight and tell the teacher.
* If a sport or exercise you absolutely do not like, ask whether it is possible to do something else. Suggest options to make it clear that you can not simply shirk.
* If you're worried about your appearance, this too can talk. Learn from a teacher, can I wear long bloomers or free T-shirt, if you are worried because of their weight. If the problem with monthly, talk to the teacher (or teacher if fizruk man). Sometimes sports help to reduce discomfort during menstruation. If the pain is really strong, asked permission to sit at this time.

How much should you do?

Children and teenagers doctors recommend physical activity at least an hour a day.

Classes must be at least moderate intensity, in other words, you need a little sweat and breath. If the child is in a position to do something that requires great effort, it is even better.

At least twice a week to do strength exercises for strengthening bones, muscles and the development flexibility. The exercises are performed standing, but not in the pool or sitting on a bicycle, strengthen the bones of the legs.

School programs suggest that children and adolescents (5-16 years), two hours per week engaged in physical exercise or sports in school hours or after school. But the authoritative medical journal The Lancet claims that even one hour of physical activity per day is not enough. To guard against obesity and diseases of the cardiovascular system, daily physical activity should be worth less than one and a half hours.
Rx Michigan