July 8, 2019
In our era of cautious parenting, limiting unsupervised outdoor play can mean less physical activity and learning experiences for children. Learn more.
Being active gives you an overall feeling of wellbeing. Canada's Physical Activity Guidelines recommend at least 60 minutes a day for children and 150 minutes a week for adults. Here's how to incorporate physical activity into your life.
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