Children sit in school for most of the day. Many also spend hours sitting in front of screens doing homework, watching TV, playing video games, or using social media. This is called sedentary time (or sitting-around time).
Today, most kids spend more than seven hours a day sitting. That’s about 50 percent of their waking hours. And about half of kids spend more than two hours a day watching screens for entertainment.
Break your sit streak: Strategies to cut back on sedentary time
Too much sitting can take a toll on your health — but a lot of the sitting kids do can’t be avoided. You can learn more about sedentary time — and strategies to reduce it — by following the links below. Each one includes tips for cutting back on sedentary time and keeping your body moving throughout the day.