We all know the importance of physical activity and staying active regardless of age. Various studies have demonstrated physically active children display increased physical and intellectual capacities. Here are some benefits of physical activity on children.
Confidence & self-esteem
Kids build their self-esteem gradually throughout the years from various experiences and via the skills they develop. Learning and practicing sports allow children to improve, acquire insurance and become more confident. The more a child is exposed to interesting challenges requiring his or her skill set, the more involved and engaged he or she will become with time.
Cognitive skills
Multiple studies have proved physical activity favors the development of children’s cognitive skills (such as improved attention, concentration and memory). Interestingly, the practice of a physically demanding activity stimulates the brain’s hippocampus, which is associated with learning and memory faculties. Move more, learn better!
Cardiovascular health
According to a research conducted by McMaster’s University named Health Outcomes and Physical Activity in Preschoolers, the practice of physical activity during childhood has a significant positive impact on long term and adulthood cardiovascular health. The higher the intensity, the more important the benefits would also be. Yet another good reason to initiate young kids to physical activity and movement!
Finally, physical activity allows to tackle obesity, to reduce stress, anxiety and to ensure improved bones and vascular growth. Encouraging children to move is giving them healthy habits to boost their physical and mental wellbeing on the short and medium terms.
