Exercising are for all ages

Every morning in parks and on sidewalks around the country people of all ages slip on their trainers, mount their bicycles or simply head out the door for a brisk walk.

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Nearly every family has heard a doctor, coach or teacher urge more movement in the lives of children, parents and grandparents alike. That advice is not just well-intentioned pep talk. A growing body of evidence shows that regular physical activity is one of the most powerful contributors to health and wellbeing at every stage of life.

For the youngest members of society, movement is literal growth. Children and adolescents who are regularly active develop stronger bones and muscles, maintain healthy body composition and enjoy better cardiovascular health than their sedentary peers. Physical activity in youth has been linked with improved cognitive performance, helping with memory, attention and academic achievement as the brain responds to increased blood flow and neurochemical changes.