How to get your child to exercise

Make exercise a family affair (Photo: Shutterstock)

Kids are naturally quite physical, especially the younger ones. However, with increased use of technology such as phones, tablets and TV and the older they get, many kids end up foregoing the running around in favour of screentime.

While there’s nothing inherently wrong with spending time online, getting in a bit of movement everyday is good. Exercising will help boost your child’s physical and mental health, help them socialise and provide you with a bonding opportunity.