How much physical activity for your preschooler?

Physical activity	Sedentary behaviour
At least 3 hours of physical activity spread throughout the day including both planned activities and free play. By the time children are 5 years old, this should include at least 60 minutes of energetic play each day.	Minimize sedentary time (e.g., sitting for more than 1 hour at a time). Children 2 to 5 years old: Limit routine or regular screen time to less than 1 hour every day.

Physical activity

Sedentary behaviour

At least 3 hours of physical activity spread throughout the day including both planned activities and free play.

By the time children are 5 years old, this should include at least 60 minutes of energetic play each day.

Minimize sedentary time (e.g., sitting for more than 1 hour at a time).

Children 2 to 5 years old: Limit routine or regular screen time to less than 1 hour every day.

Be active every day

What being active means	How to increase physical activity	How to reduce sedentary behaviour
Any kind of movement	Create safe spaces for play Play music, learn action songs together Play/explore indoors and outdoors Play with other children Walk or bike instead of driving Take a brisk walk, hop, skip, run, dance	Stop for playtime during long car trips Set rules to limit screen time Keep screens out of bedrooms

Last updated: April 2020