Fitness Pyramid for Kids


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Courtesy of the American Dietetic Association

Did you know?

bullet  * Children who enjoy a form of exercise and participate regularly at a young age are much more likely to exercise as adults
bullet  * Mental focus and concentration levels in young children improve significantly after engaging in a structured physical activity
bullet  * Exercise produces a chemically enriched environment that promotes brain growth
bullet  * Children who are active and physically fit have fewer cardiovascular risk factors, lower blood pressure, and lower body fat
bullet  * Excess weight in childhood has been found to result in overweight for adults; childhood obesity has tripled in the last 25 years

   As the most inactive generation ever in history, today's youth are at risk for increased asthma, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, orthopedic complications, psychosocial effects and stigma, sleep apnea, increased morbidity, and mortality earlier in life.

   Make a difference to a child, not only today, but for life. Contact TWIGS KIDS  to see which class is best for your child.
 


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