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    The document recommends that children between ages 6-17 get at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day to boost energy levels, self-confidence, relaxation, and academic performance. It suggests getting a mix of activities that strengthen bones, build muscles, and increase heart rate, and that the 60 minutes can be split up throughout the day in ways like walking to school, playing at recess, and participating in after-school sports or activities.

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    The document recommends that children between ages 6-17 get at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day to boost energy levels, self-confidence, relaxation, and academic performance. It suggests getting a mix of activities that strengthen bones, build muscles, and increase heart rate, and that the 60 minutes can be split up throughout the day in ways like walking to school, playing at recess, and participating in after-school sports or activities.

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    PAG MYW FactSheet Kids 508c2

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    The document recommends that children between ages 6-17 get at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day to boost energy levels, self-confidence, relaxation, and academic performance. It suggests getting a mix of activities that strengthen bones, build muscles, and increase heart rate, and that the 60 minutes can be split up throughout the day in ways like walking to school, playing at recess, and participating in after-school sports or activities.

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    You know how sometimes it’s really, really hard YEP.

    to sit still?

    When you’re young, your body wants to move — naturally!


    (Adults, not so much.)

    So get active every day — and feel great!

    Moving more can give you a boost — in


    lots of ways. How much activity do
    SUCH ENERGY! SO SELF-CONFIDENT! I need?

    If you’re between
    age 6 and 17, you
    need at least

    VERY RELAXED! AMAZING GRADES!*


    60 minutes
    of activity each
    and every day.

    * It’s true — physical activity can actually


    help you do better in school.
    So, what kind of activity do I need?

    Get a mix of activity. Do things that:

    Strengthen Build your Make your heart


    your bones muscles beat faster

    Sounds weird, right? But bones need pressure


    Um, strengthen
    to get stronger. So hit the ground running!
    my bones?
    Jump, sprint, or do a cartwheel.

    60 minutes all at once? I’m pretty busy.

    Not a problem! Split up your 60 minutes over the day however


    you want — it all adds up!

    Before school At recess After school


    Walk to school or the bus stop! Play with your friends! Walk your dog!
    Dance around the living room! Swing on the monkey bars! Go to basketball practice!

    So get moving! Do activities you enjoy!


    Be a good role model for your parents. Even better, go home and get them moving, too.

    Walk. Run. Dance. Play. What’s your move?

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