Preteens attached to their mobile devices are missing out on an important activity: More physical movement, which they need ...

Regular exercise can enhance the mental health of children and teenagers, lowering the risk of anxiety, depression, and other disorders. Find out how to encourage physical activity from an early age.

•Set an example. Children may be more likely to embrace physical activity if they see their parents exercising regularly.

A meta-analysis revealed that exercise interventions effectively reduced blood pressure levels in children and adolescents with overweight or obesity, with notable effects seen in girls.

The 14-acre (5.7-hectare) site, next to Severn View Services, in South Gloucestershire, is set to be the first permanent home ...

Overweight children who do not do enough exercise could be increasing their risk of dementia in later life. A University of Oxford study observed 862 children whose weight was measured from the ...