How physically active are children and adolescents in Michigan? Not very, according to new findings from the U-M Childhood Disparities Research Laboratory. The study shows that kids tend to move less as they get older, often due to environmental changes. Other barriers, such as reduced access to physical education and the high cost of organized sports, also limit opportunities for activity. Learn practical ways to encourage movement at home in this Expert Q&A from the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation.
