Light‐intensity activity can significantly reduce anxiety symptoms in children and teens. A combination of moderate resistance and aerobic exercise was found to be effective at easing depression.

When it comes to sleep, exercise can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it’s reputed to improve sleep, but it’s also ...

Exercise looks different at 16 than it does at 60. What feels energizing and bone-strengthening in youth might feel punishing ...

When you’re exhausted, burned out or short on time, the notion of slipping on gym clothes and pushing yourself to work out ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Children with chronic illnesses or disability can often benefit from the right exercise program, showing improved quality of life, greater aerobic capacity and better ...

The evidence is crystal clear: Physical activity is great for kids. Researchers around the world agree that youth who are active have better brain function, higher self-esteem, more motivation and ...

This can include activities such as brisk walking, cycling, running, swimming or rowing, and team sports such as football and ...

A new study finds that getting a family dog is linked with a big jump in physical activity in younger kids – especially in young girls. The finding is part of a growing body of research investigating ...

"Oh the adventure..." Silhouettes of three children jumping on a trampoline by Lauren Manning, used with permission under CC-BY 2.0 DEED. A technology company recently released a “fitness watch” aimed ...