We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Advice, staff picks, mythbusting, and more. Let us help you. Published April 13, ...

“If exercise was a pill,” said McLaren Family Medicine Resident Dr. Joe Bielecki, “it would easily be the most popular medication on Earth in a heartbeat.” That’s because exercise is critical to ...

Even in good times childhood and adolescence are difficult. But the past three years have been especially rough on the young. For years, there has been a global mental health crisis among children and ...

While family walks are a great way to get some fresh air and vitamin D, sometimes kids need a little more movement. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends introducing physical activity early in ...

There may be nothing your child loves more than their tablet, but eSports still don’t count as exercise! Winter’s shorter days and cooler temperatures can make it tempting for kids to turn into couch ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. For years, my kids ...

Did you know physical exercises boost children’s memory power? Science claims that body movement and brain function are deeply linked, especially in kids whose brains are still developing. Here are ...