Kids not getting enough exercise, spend too much time with screens: new data

The Toronto Star – Annie Arnone

For Danny Cabrera, four-years-old is the perfect age to begin regular physical activity. His daughter Yazmine attends his Muay Thai classes in Toronto, where she practices her moves while staying active — an important aspect of a child’s life, according to Cabrera. New data shows most Canadian children and youth are still not getting the recommended amount of daily physical activity. Two studies from Statistics Canada reveal they are also spending more time in front of digital screens than experts recommend. (more)