Source: ParticipACTION
ParticipACTION is proud to announce the launch of the ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, which alongside their Adult Report Card, forms the most comprehensive assessment of physical activity in Canada.
This year, Canadian children received a “D+” grade for Overall Physical Activity, “D+” for Sedentary Behaviour, “B” for Sleep, and “F” for 24-Hour Movement Behaviours. Considering those grades and that less than 1 in 5 Canadian children and youth are meeting the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines, it’s time to consider every possible angle to shift these trends.
At a time when families are closer than ever due to necessary physical distancing requirements, what can we do to positively support healthy movement behaviours in our kids?
The 2020 Report Card includes a Consensus Statement on The Role of the Family in the Physical Activity, Sedentary and Sleep Behaviours of Children and Youth, which is based on the research of a team of experts in movement behaviours, health policy and family advocacy. The Consensus Statement highlights how families are critical influencers for children and youth's physical activity. Research shows parents who measure as “active” are more likely to have children who also measure as “active”.
ParticipACTION is encouraging Canadians to take the #ActiveFamilyPledge, a social media challenge that empowers parents to make quality time “active time” and encourages them to identify as an active family.
Visit ParticipACTION’s report card page to see the full Report Card and learn how you can take the #ActiveFamilyPledge.
