The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends that kids and teens ages 6 to 17 get 60 minutes of activity every day. Physical activity provides many benefits for the health and development of youth and can be an important coping mechanism during difficult and stressful times. Playing sports is one way that kids and teens can get the physical activity they need, but opportunities for physical activity have changed a lot during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially as it relates to sports. Youth sports organizations, many of which have paused or…
Original source: https://health.gov/news/202104/youth-sports-organizations-join-forces-virtually-address-challenges-covid-19
