Nearly 60% of American children lack healthy cardiorespiratory fitness

Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) measurement provides insight into cardiovascular and overall health, including cognitive and academic functions, among children and teens. Healthy CRF is linked to better heart and blood vessel health, academic achievement, mental health and many other positive outcomes in youth. Most pediatric health care offices do not have the facilities to conduct CRF testing routinely in children.

Source: sciencedaily.com

Related posts

Heavy snowfall and rain may contribute to some earthquakes

Exercise, new drug class recommended for management of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

How Mentoring is Reaching New Teachers in Rural Alaska