Episode Description
- Fewer than 1 in 4 preschoolers get enough daily movement, which affects how their bodies, brains, and confidence develop during the most important growth window of their lives
- Structured environments, like childcare settings, naturally increase activity through routines and transitions, while unstructured home days often lead to long stretches of sitting that weaken healthy habits
- The KID-FIT trial is testing whether a playful, school-based movement curriculum strengthens fitness, motor skills, and long-term activity patterns in young children
- The reinstated Presidential Fitness Test reflects a renewed national push toward measurable standards and highlights the value of helping children face challenges, identify strengths, and build resilience
- Parents can reverse inactivity by creating simple, predictable movement routines at home, turning fitness into a family experience, and using playful challenges to boost motivation and self-efficacy