Health notes: Study says active kids gain good social skills

By The Grand Rapids Press staff

April 06, 2010, 4:11AM

Middle school children who are physically active are more likely to demonstrate good social skills, such as leadership and empathy, which can influence healthy behaviors.

The University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center study concludes fostering leadership skills and empathy in children may reinforce healthy lifestyle behaviors. Reports of activity and participation in team sports were looked at in kids where leadership and empathy developed.

It appears physical activity through team sports and exercise classes suggest children who develop leadership and empathy toward others are more likely to care about their own health, perhaps adopting lifelong healthy behaviors that can prevent heart disease.

Harris Meyer, D.C., Q.M.E.
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