Why exercise....we are children! Benefits of Exercise Exercise is a must for all age groups. It is essential for children. Exercise makes them grow into a healthy and active child. It becomes a habit if encouraged and taught by parents and teachers. Habits learned in childhood usually carry over into adulthood, having an overall positive effect on an emotional, physical and mental level. Simple, moderate and vigorous exercises are the basic ones. Children of all ages need exercise. Children exercise by simply playing games like football, basketball, cricket, tennis or even playing hide and seek. Sports activities decrease as the child grows because the focus shifts from extracurricular activity to a more intense academic bent. So the best way to get children to exercise is to teach them the facts and benefits of exercise. It is important to set a specific time for exercise and is not easy to forget. Experts say children aged five and up should start doing something. moderate and vigorous physical exercise lasting at least one hour. Moderate activity includes running, brisk walking and cycling, vigorous exercise includes basketball, football, rugby, swimming and dancing. Parents have the responsibility to discover the child's interests and help him participate in a favorite activity. Parents are responsible for establishing a good role model for their children; being physically active in front of the child will encourage him to participate in sports. It's a fun experience for both parents and their children, it's also a great way to relax and enjoy the company of friends. Types of Exercises 1) Aerobic or cardiovascular resistance exercise. Running, swimming, cycling, vigorous sporting activities such as football...... middle of paper ......tuy children are more sedentary than they were twenty years ago due to television, video games and children's games. computer, only 19% do the recommended 60 minutes of daily exercise. Exercise Tips for Kids1. Assure children that their ability to maintain physical fitness will increase their self-confidence in exercise.2. The most effective way to encourage your child to exercise is to do it together.3. It is also important to find the right sporting activity for your child.4. Never give up hope, set goals for yourself and your child and your child will surely follow you. Safety is as important as exercise Children who participate in organized sporting events need at least 24 hours off every seven days. Children need rest periods during vigorous exercise. Children should gradually increase their workouts. Rushing your workout can lead to muscle injuries, stress fractures, and joint injuries.