Should kids lift weights?
Should kids lift weights? Given that it can improve health, boost function, and stave off injury, YES. But it needs to be done properly, of course. I first started lifting weights...
30 September, 2019
Understanding the activity guidelines for children under five
As a parent, there’s a lot of information out there about what’s “right” for your child. It can be hard to sort fact from fiction, and everyone seems to have...
02 May, 2019
The Benefits of Outdoor Play for Children
We’ve all read about children spending too much time on their devices and needing to be more active. The statistics on overweight and obese children are testament to the fact...
20 March, 2019
How much exercise do kids need to be healthy?
We know physical activity is important for everyone – kids included! But do you know how much activity is appropriate for you child? What kinds of activities your child should...
18 March, 2019
A Mum’s Guide to Exercise with Children, from Pregnancy to Teens
A mum’s life is a busy one and squeezing exercise into the day is a challenge we all face however being active from the very beginning will not only help...
26 September, 2017
Encouraging children to move more
Children who exercise are more likely to maintain an active lifestyle as an adult, but what children want to consciously 'exercise'? It's hard enough for some adults to find the motivation,...
11 April, 2017
How can exercise help with Autism?
Do you know of someone that has Autism? Whether it be a family member, a colleague or a friend. Exercise has been shown to help with Autism. What is Autism? Autism is...
30 January, 2017
7 tips for fueling an active child’s insatiable appetite
Fueling an active child (or children) can be an ongoing challenge for parents. Even your afternoon welcome can often feel more like a police raid - rummaging the cupboards and...
10 January, 2017
Exercise is medicine for kids with type 1 diabetes
Keeping count of daily steps and boosting physical activity can really pay off for children with type 1 diabetes, according to new research from the University of Adelaide and the...
12 July, 2016
Beating Technology: How to get our children happier and healthier
We all know the rhetoric. “Back in my day, kids were kids: they swung from trees, played contact sports. They bumped their heads and got straight back up. They were more...
20 May, 2016
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