In today’s digital world, screens surround us everywhere. With smartphones, tablets, computers, TVs, and game consoles abounding, children get more screen exposure than ever before. While technology can be beneficial and educational, too much screen time can adversely affect children’s health and well-being. As a parent, you may wonder how to keep your children balanced […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has truly changed the world. Across the U.S. and the globe, businesses have shut down, sports leagues have canceled, and people remain in their homes and on lockdown. Once the pandemic is over, people are going to start taking their health much more seriously. They will likely be looking to join health […]
With the national obesity rate at 18.5%, many parents worry that their children aren’t getting enough exercise. Businesses that feature indoor playground equipment are enticing to parents looking to increase their children’s activity levels. It’s important that businesses maintain these structures correctly to keep parents satisfied and encourage repeat visits. Here are four tips for […]
When you operate an indoor recreation facility, whether as part of a school, church, or health club, then you must ensure you have a space that is both safe and fun for children. Of course, keeping kids safe and healthy by providing access to the right activities is important, but it also goes a long […]
As a society, we acknowledge the importance of regular exercise, both for adults and children alike. However, the rise of conditions such as obesity show that our institutions are failing to promote regular exercise that engage children in fun, physical activities. While there are many ways to go about solving this problem, both through education […]
Recently, kids have turned to televisions and video games, leaving the fun outdoor games to generations past. Unfortunately, this trend has contributed to a childhood obesity rate of 18.5% in the United States. Nonetheless, if you have health concerns for your kids and that of the community, you can start and run a commercial indoor […]
As summer quickly approaches, it’s almost time for kids to wrap up their school year and have their days completely free…to sit inside and stare at the television all day. Fortunately, getting kids active is actually a lot easier than you may think. Let’s take a look at a few ways kids can get healthy […]
Kids today spend far too much time in front of computers, phones, and TV screens. And this isn’t just a cliche concern voiced by parents and Baby Boomers. The Common Sense Media Report found that the average kid between the ages of 8 and 12 spends more than 4.5 hours staring at screens every day, a number […]