How much physical activity for your school-age child?
Physical activity | Sedentary behaviour |
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At least 60 minutes every day doing things that make their heart beat faster including:
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Be active every day
Eat well
Be smart with screens
Sleep well
What being active means | How to increase physical activity | How to reduce sedentary behaviour |
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Moderate-intensity physical activities include: bike riding, playground activities, skateboarding, brisk walking, hiking, canoeing, baseball and softball. Vigorous-intensity physical activities include: running, swimming, aerobics, basketball, vigorous dancing, ice or field hockey. Activities that strengthen muscle and bone include: games like hopscotch, tag, and jumping rope; sports such as gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, tennis; push-ups; swinging on playground equipment or bars; climbing ropes, walls or trees; running. |
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More tools for you
- Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for the Children and Youth (5-17 years)
- Additional resources in your community.
Last updated: April 2020