Keeping kids active from a young age can have numerous health benefits later in life, leading to a more happy and healthy lifestyle as an adult.
But, as children get older, they can become unmotivated and uninterested in sports and activities.
Family website Kidshealth.org lists an increase in demands from school, feelings of not being good at sport, a lack of active role models and busy working families as some of the reasons children will lose interest in sports or activities.
Kidshealth.org said there are three three key tips for keeping a child motivated.
First, it’s important to choose the right activity for the child’s age, if not, the child may become bored and frustrated with the sport.
Kidshealth.org also suggests offering children plenty of opportunities to be active, for example, provide equipment or take children to playgrounds and other active spots such as the beach.
Last, but certainly not least, Kidshealth.org said it is all about keeping it fun.
Kid’s won’t do something they don’t enjoy.
