Toddlers and Preschoolers – Health and Well-being

Physical Health

Exercise and physical activity are essential for good health and development.

• 10 Ways to Get Out and Get Active with your Kids – Summer is a great time for kids to be active and on the go. Spending time outside playing games, exploring, tumbling, climbing or just running around is not only great fun but is also good for your kids. They will not only be more physically healthy but they will be happier, sleep better and feel better overall! Here are some ideas for you and your kids. So what are you waiting for? Get up, get out, and get active with your kids!
• Canada's Physical Activity Guide
• Getting active after school – The after-school period is often a sedentary time for kids, as their parents may tend to keep them indoors in a safe place instead of running around outside. An active child should be getting physical activity at home, at school and in the community. And there are plenty of ways that you can encourage your kids to get more physical activity into the hours after school.
• KidSport Manitoba – KidSport™ provides support to children in order to remove financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sport.
• It's Snow Time: Find your perfect winter activity
• The most important thing parents can do to get their kids to move more
• Outdoor Activities in Manitoba
• How can I stick to my resolutions to lose weight and be more active?
• Physical Activity in Early Childhood: Setting the Stage for Lifelong Healthy Habits – Physical activity is important to many aspects of child health and development.
• Physical Literacy
• Childhood Obesity: You can help prevent it
• Recreational Trails
• Tips on Getting Active & Recreation Organizations – Less than half of all Manitobans get enough physical activity to improve health. Here are some tips to help you keep moving.