Trampoline enthusiast Charlotte Broadhead was recently awarded a gold medal at the National British Colleges Trampolining Championships at Loughborough University over the weekend.
23/04/2010 Adults who take part in creative indoor or outdoor play activities as children are more likely to eat well and exercise regularly when they grow up, according to new research.
A study conducted at the University of Ulster highlighted that children who took part in a variety of play activities and outdoor exercises were more likely to have a healthy lifestyle when compared to those who had restricted play opportunities as children.
Professor Tony Cassidy from the University of Ulster said: "Having the freedom and opportunity to play is important for all aspects of child development, and is a right that is often overlooked."
The research, which was presented at the British Psychological Society's annual conference in Stratford-upon-Avon, was conducted on 505 young adults, who were questioned about their childhood playing habits.
One way parents can ensure their children can some outdoor exercise is by investing in a trampoline for the garden. Bouncing on a trampoline is not only fun, but also offers a great workout.
A study conducted at the University of Ulster highlighted that children who took part in a variety of play activities and outdoor exercises were more likely to have a healthy lifestyle when compared to those who had restricted play opportunities as children.
Professor Tony Cassidy from the University of Ulster said: "Having the freedom and opportunity to play is important for all aspects of child development, and is a right that is often overlooked."
The research, which was presented at the British Psychological Society's annual conference in Stratford-upon-Avon, was conducted on 505 young adults, who were questioned about their childhood playing habits.
One way parents can ensure their children can some outdoor exercise is by investing in a trampoline for the garden. Bouncing on a trampoline is not only fun, but also offers a great workout.
