As parents, we’re well aware of the importance of healthy living and staying physically active. Whether it be going to the gym or enrolling children in youth sports, we often schedule time for ...

There may be nothing your child loves more than their tablet, but eSports still don’t count as exercise! Winter’s shorter days and cooler temperatures can make it tempting for kids to turn into couch ...

There is a magical place where my teenage children are invariably pleasant, we all happily engage in healthy activities and no one is glued to a screen. I’ll let you in on the secret: this magical ...

Helicopter parenting didn’t fly for this study. New research out of Australia shows that letting elementary school children take risks while they play can have a positive effect on the amount of ...

Is regular exercise the key to managing ADHD, anxiety, and depression in children? Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, examines recent evidence that shows how increased physical activity can significantly ...

Exercising with our children not only helps them burn off extra energy but also establishes a healthy routine and mindset around physical activity during their formative years. There are numerous ...

With childhood obesity rates rising, we know children need to get regular exercise, but how much exercise should they be getting? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children ...

Children who are more physically active could be less susceptible to respiratory tract infections like the common cold, according to a study published in Pediatric Research Monday, as less than ...