Research and studies show that our children are growing bigger and fatter as each year goes by. Many families all over the world are struggling to keep the weight off their children within reasonable limits. As a parent, you know that it’s nearly impossible for a parent to look into the tear-filled eyes of my their children and refuse food.
So, what’s the alternative? Studies show that the number one reason for obesity in children is not what they eat, it’s actually TV. I tend to agree as with this. Children tend to plop themselves on the sofa and munch away happily when they are in front of the TV sets. They either watch TV or play video games.
But, once the set is off, their natural buoyancy will lead the children to do stuff and to move their body. They will then be diverted from eating and their body will get the needed exercise.
Recreational after school activities are a must if you feel that your child is beginning to put on undesirable fat. It is better to begin these activities as early as possible as to get them into a routine.
The more weight the child gains, the harder she/he has to work to shed it and I have noticed that children today are much fatter than children of 10 to 20 years ago.
Soccer, tennis, swimming, cricket, karate and athletics are just some activities they can participate in. Structured and disciplined exercise is possible only when one is put into a formal environment.
That is why an overweight child simply HAS to be put into an after school program of this kind. It will benefit not only your child, but the whole family.
If your child is overweight, think how they will look when they finish school. Do you really think their life will be satisfying? Start today and make a HUGE difference in your child’s life.
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I think that one of the factors may have been the growing fascination with video games. I know that it helps their coordination, but do some kids really need to play for hours at a time. Too much TV is probably another reason as well.
Thanks for putting this on the table.
Hi Maria,
I do agree with the video games. My son has a DS Lite and enjoys playing, but I have to tell him that he can only play for an hour and then that’s it for the day.
I must say that he loves the Wii and I have no problem with that as he has to be active. It keeps him mobile and we both are very competitive. He does beat me in most of the sports.
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