The mental health benefits of exercise for adults are well known, easing depression and reducing anxiety. Now, emerging ...

Opportunities for children to get safe and healthy physical activity have largely been engineered out of our communities. Multi-lane roads have replaced sidewalks and bike paths and play spaces ...

Physical activity is vital for the health and well-being of children, yet many struggle to meet recommended levels of ...

latrobe.edu.au Aim The aim of this systematic review was to investigate the perceived barriers and facilitators to physical activity among children with disability. Methods 10 electronic databases ...

Today, India is celebrating Children’s Day which is also known as ‘Bal Diwas' to honor children and promote their well-being. The day coincides with the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, first ...

But engaging in everyday physical activity has immediate benefits for brain health, according to a new study from researchers in the Penn State College of Medicine. The team found that middle-aged ...

FRIDAY, Oct. 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Kids with good physical fitness are more likely to grow into teens with better mental health and brain function, a new study has found. Children who ...

High crime rates in cities often keep children indoors, leading to sedentary behaviours like playing video games and snacking on unhealthy, ultra-processed foods.

Physical activity can also sharpen kids’ thinking and improve school performance: being active is associated with improvements in concentration, decision-making abilities, attention and academic ...

Kids who are physically fit will receive brain benefits as teens Better childhood performance on shuttle sprints is associated with improved cognition as a teenager Better cardio fitness means ...