24-hour movement guidelines – children and young people (5 to 17 years) – fact sheet

Being active is important for children and young people to be healthy, and set good habits for life. Read about how much activity children and young people should do each day, how sitting time and screen time should be limited, and how much sleep they should get.

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24-hour movement guidelines – children and young people (5 to 17 years) – fact sheet

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This fact sheet includes recommendations for physical activity, inactivity and screen time and sleep for children and young people.

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