Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

Publication Date: November 1, 2018
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Key Guidelines

Preschool-Aged Children

Preschool-aged children (ages 3 through 5 years) should be physically active throughout the day to enhance growth and development.
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Adult caregivers of preschool-aged children should encourage active play that includes a variety of activity types.
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Overview

Title

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

Authoring Organization

United States Department of Health and Human Services