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Fewer Newark and Sherwood children getting recommended exercise than before the pandemic

The article from MSN discusses a concerning trend in Newark and Sherwood, where fewer children are meeting the recommended levels of physical activity compared to before the global health crisis. According to the Active Lives Children and Young People Survey, only 44% of children and young people in this area are achieving the Chief Medical Officers' guideline of an average of 60 minutes of physical activity per day. This figure represents a decline from previous years, highlighting the impact of the lockdown measures and changes in lifestyle due to the ongoing effects of the health crisis. The article points out that this decrease in physical activity could have long-term health implications for the youth, including increased risks of obesity, mental health issues, and other chronic conditions. Local authorities and health experts are calling for increased efforts to encourage physical activity among children, through initiatives like school programs, community sports, and family-oriented activities to reverse this trend.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/fitness-and-exercise/fewer-newark-and-sherwood-children-getting-recommended-exercise-than-before-the-pandemic/ar-AA1vFB8r ]