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Kids & Family

"The Benefits of Getting Kids Active, Starting Early" by Dr. Steve Sanders

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Research shows that children who develop basic motor skills through physical activity are more likely to become healthy, active adults. There is also increasing evidence that daily physical activity helps children perform better academically and avoid anxiety and depression in their teenage years.

Visit our 360 Parenting Blog to see the full article, “The Benefits of Getting Kids Active, Starting Early” by Dr. Steven Sanders, Professor and Director of the School of Physical Education, Wellness and Sports Studies at the University of South Florida.

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