upUgo : Sports and Fitness for Children
Most parents would like to see their kids occupied doing things that help them develop skills. But kids, on the other hand, might find themselves bored — especially when they are unoccupied, youngsters usually seek out the attention of their parents. Indeed, parents cannot be heroes all the time, attending to the needs of their…
Music, painting, dance, singing, theatre activities may seem like frivolous pursuits to Indian parents – far from being good ways of learning, strategizing , and acquiring new ideas. It’s essential that children are exposed to and participate in a range of creative activities apart from their regular studies in their formative years. This will benefit…
There are a lot of narratives around parenting, filled with all kinds of dos and don’ts. Some hacks work while others just join the long list of “failed attempts”. In India, more often than not, the parenting credit goes to couples whose child gets an A+ in major subjects (maths and science) or to those…
Exercise or physical activity is a fundamental prerequisite for physical, mental and nutritional wellness, and plays a major role in a child’s cognitive and emotional development. Further, a good exercise routine is highly helpful in building physical strength and overall body coordination. Physical activity became extremely crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic when our lifestyles took…
Getting your kids helping in the kitchen is a great way to communicate and teach the virtues of doing things together. When my daughters were young, they were great company to me while I was busy in my kitchen cooking for the family, and get-togethers. While the younger one would sit on the kitchen counter and observe,…
Fitness and sports are often clubbed together, with most parents not really knowing the importance of both in their child’s development as a healthy human being. In addition to improving physical health, fitness programs for teens and kids can help improve various facets of mental, emotional, and social health. A better fitness lifestyle can do wonders in enhancing a child’s performance in…
One out of 10 children suffer from serious health conditions in India, including issues like obesity and diabetes, physical tiredness, unhealthy food cravings, and the list goes on. It is important to develop a good healthy schedule for your child so they can grow up to become a healthy individual. Healthy habits will help them…
A fitness for kids scheme to prepare your child to reach the top! Start! Make a beginning. Maybe you think you’re not going to be a superstar athlete. But you can still set a big fitness goal for yourself, even if you’ve never tried a sport before: It could be a long bike ride, several…
The importance of Paediatric Sports Science ” Play is the highest form of research “ – Albert Einstein The importance of playtime for children can never be emphasized enough, the far-reaching benefits of sports and physical exercise have been well documented by sports and exercise science specialists. The exact number of children who play, exercise…