Comments on: How old should a kid be before using a treadmill or other cardio equipment?

By: Mallie

Mallie — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 14:35:59 +0000

Depends on how mature the kids are if they are really immature for their age then they will play around and potentially get hurt… I would suggest trying a workout video or having them take gymnastics, karate, or dance…. Also see if their town has a rec. center get a membership( they are usually cheap) they should have stuff like basketball courts (and teams for kids) indoor pools, indoor/outdoor running tracks, etc.

Good Luck
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I was a phys. ed. assistant…
My parents are big on physical fitness…
I live in Texas so I know what its like to not want to do sports outside!!!

By: Shamrocks

Shamrocks — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 14:06:59 +0000

Kids should be outside playing. If that means mom and dad have to go out w/ them, then so be it.
Kids don’t need exercise, they need to play.
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By: Paramedic girl

Paramedic girl — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 13:27:59 +0000

Kids should not be using exercise equipment or ‘working out’ before the age of 14, unless a pediatrician has said otherwise.

As for the colder months, bundle them up and take them out for a walk… or find an indoor pool. Heck, what about ice skating lessons?
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By: silverbullet

silverbullet — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 12:38:59 +0000

Has everyone forgotten about playing OUTSIDE? Even in Minnesota, its reasonable to shag them out in the snow for an hour or so if they’re dressed properly.

Jebus, we’re raising a generation of hot house plants!!!
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By: TONY

TONY — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 12:18:59 +0000

talk to pediatrician
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