Your Childrens Health

Did you know that for your girl’s bones to grow strong and healthy, a form of weight bearing activity is highly necessary?  Well why not introduce your girl to football – just one of the great high-impact sports out there which can help her to build strong bones.

 
A study in Pediatric Physical Therapy has suggested that football is a good way to build up healthy bone.  It examined the BMD (bone mineral density) of three different groups of young female athletes – swimmers, footballers and weightlifters.  The footballers came out on top for bone density. 

 
While swimming is great for overall fitness, it doesn’t help the bones strengthen, so young swimmers should add a weight bearing activity to their fitness routine.  Other sports such as hockey or basketball are a good substitute for football. 

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