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28/04/2010 Outdoor play activities are important not just for children's physical fitness but also many other aspects of their development, according to one expert.
Dr Mark Tremblay, chief scientific officer of Active Healthy Kids Canada, said that children between the ages of one and five should be getting two hours of physical activity each day, part of which can be gained through outdoor play activities.
He explained: "Active play may be fun, but it's not frivolous. In the early years, active play is required for healthy development, as it builds confidence and basic movement skills, and fosters social interaction, imaginations and self-esteem."
Dr Tremblay explained that people who were obese as children were more likely to remain overweight as adults.
Parents were also identified as playing a huge role in a child's attitude towards physical activity.
Earlier this week, Graeme Hick, the former England cricketer, said that taking part in sports helps children to learn important "core values" which will help them later in life.
Dr Mark Tremblay, chief scientific officer of Active Healthy Kids Canada, said that children between the ages of one and five should be getting two hours of physical activity each day, part of which can be gained through outdoor play activities.
He explained: "Active play may be fun, but it's not frivolous. In the early years, active play is required for healthy development, as it builds confidence and basic movement skills, and fosters social interaction, imaginations and self-esteem."
Dr Tremblay explained that people who were obese as children were more likely to remain overweight as adults.
Parents were also identified as playing a huge role in a child's attitude towards physical activity.
Earlier this week, Graeme Hick, the former England cricketer, said that taking part in sports helps children to learn important "core values" which will help them later in life.
