How much activity is enough?

The amount of exercise we do is very important. Being under or over active can be be bad for our physical (body) health and mental (mind) health. We need to make sure we are getting the right amount of activity and exercise each day.

Can I exercise too much?

Yes. Too much of anything can be bad for our health meaning exercise is no different. We need to get enough rest, eat well and get plenty of sleep to allow our body to heal and repair, especially after very hard or intense exercise..

In general most kids should be getting at least 60 minutes of exercise per day, where they are slightly out of breath, sweaty and moving. This will help to keep our heart happy and healthy. It is important we make time everyday to move or get some form of exercise.

Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your overall Health