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Keeping Kids Active: Ideas For Parents

Children seem to become more sedentary every year, watching television and playing video games instead of biking to the playground or playing kickball in the backyard with their friends.

Kids need regular exercise to build strong bones and muscles. Exercise also helps children sleep well at night and stay alert during the day.

"There are a lot of reasons why children are less active today, but the biggest culprit is the television set, followed closely by video games and computers," Dr. Laskowski says. "These activities encourage a sedentary lifestyle."

For ideas on how to keep your kids active, click on Mayo Clinic.

posted by Mike @ 8:15 AM