Notes From The Lynch Van Otterloo YMCA
The Importance of Sports in Kids’ Lives
Sports are an important part of kids’ lives, not just for physical fitness, but for team building and social skills as well.
We all know that sports keep children active. Active children lead healthier lifestyles, as sports keep them moving, burning calories and give kids an option other than sitting in front of a screen. There’s no question that involving kids in sports from an early age is beneficial, but it can help in more ways than the physical. The Y, a leading nonprofit focused on youth development and healthy living, encourages healthy physical activity in children of all ages. Sports keep kids out of trouble, help them burn energy, and help them build confidence. “As a kid playing sports, I learned The Three “Ps”,” said Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA Sports Director, Emily Hudak. “We learned that being part of a sports team requires the three “Ps”… practice, …
