Benefits of Regular Physical Activity
Improves strength and endurance.
Helps build healthy bones and muscles.
Helps control weight.
Reduces anxiety and stress and increases self-esteem.
May improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
In addition, young people say they like physical activity because it is fun; they do it with friends;
and it helps them learn skills, stay in shape, and look better.
How Much Physical Activity Do Young People Need?
Everyone can benefit from a moderate amount of physical activity on most, if not all, days of the week.
Young people should select activities they enjoy that fit into their daily lives.
Fourth Graders at the First Tee Golf Field Trip 2018
Improves strength and endurance.
Helps build healthy bones and muscles.
Helps control weight.
Reduces anxiety and stress and increases self-esteem.
May improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
In addition, young people say they like physical activity because it is fun; they do it with friends;
and it helps them learn skills, stay in shape, and look better.
How Much Physical Activity Do Young People Need?
Everyone can benefit from a moderate amount of physical activity on most, if not all, days of the week.
Young people should select activities they enjoy that fit into their daily lives.
Fourth Graders at the First Tee Golf Field Trip 2018