Battling childhood obesity: Energetic parents set example

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Energetic parents set example

"Active lifestyles appear to steadily decline as children age and sedentary behaviour becomes more common between the ages of 10 and 15. However, research has indicated that active behaviour habits formed in childhood have shown to remain constant into adulthood," she said.

"We're looking at trying to develop habits in children towards physical activity they can carry through to adulthood."

Ms Bowers said she had also looked at whether seeing their parents taking part in sport motivated children more, or whether parental support and interest in their child's participation in physical activity was more of an influence. The amount of time children spent in front of television and computer screens was also considered.

                                                                                                                                                                          Nicole Fuge | 8th September 2012