How to Improve Stamina in Children

Children naturally have a lot of energy, but several issues threaten the stamina of many children in America and around the world. Failure to exercise is a primary cause. Another contributing factor is bad eating habits. Here are some ways to improve a child's stamina.

Things You'll Need

• Healthy food
• Exercise equipment

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Instructions

• 1

  Perform calisthenics and other simple workout exercises with children. These can be done in just 10 to 15 minutes a day. Jumping jacks, stretching and jogging (even jogging in place) are ways to improve stamina and, ultimately, physical fitness. Best of all, these exercises cost little if anything to perform.

• 2

  Purchase basic exercise equipment for children. A variety of equipment exists that is both designed for children and easy to use. A jump rope is a great place to start. It's affordable, easy to use, and works a wide range of muscles. Sports equipment such as a basketball, a football or a baseball and two gloves can serve as popular pieces of sports equipment that could keep your child busy for hours. A bicycle is another item that will improve stamina if used regularly.

• 3

  Invest in a Nintendo Wii. The Wii's motion-sensor controls give children a workout while they have fun. Nintendo also offers the Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus, two games designed for the purpose of working out with the use of a television.

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  Take children outside to walk or participate in other activities. Look into recreational sports leagues such as soccer, flag football, baseball and softball. Team sports have a number of positives, including keeping your child active and giving them a social environment.

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  Provide healthy meals. Healthy eating--including plenty of fruits, vegetables and multigrains--will go a long way toward improving a child's stamina. Make sure the child drinks plenty of water and limit carbonated, fructose-heavy beverages.