What's your child's fitness personality?

The fitness lessons offered in schools are rarely adequate for children. At least one hour of exercise a day is recommended. At present, most schools do not offer a daily one-hour exercise routine. Besides, within the limited time allocated, changing clothes, lining-up and getting instructions take up a substantial portion of time, reducing the actual time spent on physical activity.

It is essential to assess your child's fitness personality. Each child's fitness personality is unique. Take a few moments to jot down your child's personality. Remember, inactive children are likely to become inactive adults. Physical activity results in overall physical, psychological and social benefits.

1. Is your child athletic?

2. Is your child a casual athlete?

3. Is your child sedentary?

An athletic child will want to be on the basket ball team or excel in swimming; while the casual athlete may just enjoy playing cricket or badminton on the playground. The non-athletic child, on the other hand, is likely to need a parent's help and encouragement to get physically active.

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