Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. How much physical activity does my child need a day?
2. How can family T.V time become a more healthy activity?
3. How much sleep should my child get every night?
4. Are sports drinks really worth it?

How much physical activity does my child need a day?

The U.S Surgen General encourages and promotes children older than 2 years 
old receive and take part in a minimum of 30 minutes of activity every day.

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How can family T.V time become a more healthy activity?

Don't watch on seats or the couch. If possible place some large physio-balls 
in the t.v room for seats. Sitting on them increases balance, core strength 
and cordination.

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How much sleep should my child get every night?

Experts agree that growing children need between 8 - 10 hours of sleep per 
night. Getting adequate sleep ensures a child is alert for school the next 
day.

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Are sports drinks really worth it?

Sports drinks are a great way to hydrate and replace lost fluids during 
physical activity. Diluting the sports drink a bit is the best practice. 
Drinks such as gatorade have large amounts of sugars in them.

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