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fuel Up FOR FUN!
According to the Canadian
24-Hour Movement
Guidelines for Children and
Youth, children and youth
should achieve high
levels of physical activity,
low levels of sedentary
behaviour, and sufficient
sleep each day for health benefits.
A healthy 24 hours includes:
SWEAT - Moderate to vigorous activity for 60 minutes a day minimum.
STEP - Light physical activity for several hours a day.
SLEEP - 5 to 13 year olds need 9 to 11 hours per night.
- 14 to 17 year olds need 8 to 10 hours per night.
SIT - No more than 2 hours of screen time.
- Limit extended periods of sitting.
Friendly Reminder: Participating in quality sport is an excellent way to help kids
meet their daily physical activity requirements, BUT, keep in mind, that means
actively participating in every practice and game, not sitting on the bench.
GET A
MOVE ON!