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What amount exercise should children, teens and adults be getting each day?

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Dr. Cindy Williamsanswered

Pediatrics 41 years experience

Excersize: These are the recommendations of The American Academy of Pediatrics. It is a very comprehensive overview. I hope this is helpful. I always recommend the aap sire for parents. https://brightfutures.aap.org/pdfs/Guidelines_PDF/7-Promoting_Physical_Activity.pdf

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