Do parents that are involved in their childs physical activities have physically accelerated children?
Answer Hi Rochelle, I don’t know the research in this area, but it would seem that children who’s parents are involved in their activities will likely be good in those activities. With that said, physical development can be limited by a child’s physical aptitude. For example, my son enjoys soccer, but he’s not fast and he’ll never get a scholarship even though we are involved (his dad plays soccer too) with his soccer team. What you’d likely see more with parental involvement is greater self-esteem and feeling of confidence in the children. And children who have that tend to do better. Physical development starts very young by giving babies “Tummy time” and toys that require them to reach, roll and otherwise work for them. As they become toddlers they need room to roam and explore that is still safe. Encouraging physical play as they get older can help…get them out playing tag, riding bikes etc. Kids don’t have to be in rec sports to develop physically. But sports can hone the skills
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