Encouraging children to be active

Transcript - Encouraging children to be active

(Two children are sitting on a couch, watching television)

Text on Screen: Children are sitting too much and not moving enough

(The children are now outside, riding their bicycles back and forth in a park)

Text on Screen: They need at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity a day

Regular physical activity helps build their fitness, strength and prevents diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers.

(Text on Screen)

For tips on getting your children active, visit Canada.ca/health