Self-Care: Staying Active
The current health crisis can present challenges for both adults and children to stay physically active. According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, it is recommended adults get at least 150-300 minutes/week and kids and teens ages 6-17 get 60 minutes of activity each day. Kids younger than 6 also need physical activity which helps support growth and development.(i)
This article will give you strategies to maintain physical activity along with FAQ both from Exercise is Medicine, while still social distancing as we navigate Covid-19.