Summer is over, the days are getting shorter and colder temperatures will soon take hold across much of the country. For parents and teachers caring for children in early grades, that means going ...

Engaging in regular physical activity is especially important for young children, as it helps build strength and develop healthy bodies, and can even enhance academic performance. Here are ...

Active video games (AVGs) have emerged as a promising strategy to counteract physical inactivity and sedentary lifestyles. By integrating physical exertion with interactive digital play, AVGs offer a ...

In spring 2020, when soccer and sports clubs closed for sever-al weeks due to the Corona pandemic, children and adoles-cents looked for alternative physical activities. According to a supplementary ...

Physical activity is a crucial requirement for healthy development in young children. Lack of adequate physical activity interferes with childhood development and increases the risk of obesity, ...

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — School is back in session for many districts in the Coastal Bend, but the physical activity that is typically built into the school day for students may look different due to ...

Staying active is one of the most crucial components of healthy aging. For women, especially as they grow older, regular ...

Physical and mental activities, such as household chores, exercise, and visiting with family and friends, may help lower the risk of dementia, according to a new study published in the July 27, 2022, ...

Sitting isn’t good for you. That’s abundantly clear from studies linking prolonged sedentary behavior — from working at a desk to Netflix binging on the couch — with a wide range of medical conditions ...

Richard Metcalfe receives funding from The Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation. Most people probably don’t think of everyday activities – such as hanging out the washing or putting away the ...

While exercise is generally beneficial for a person's overall health, physical activities may increase the risk of adverse cardiovascular disease events in certain susceptible individuals. However, ...