Health and Kids

Growing up I was the typical kid always active tried to play all school sports to have fun and to miss school for a day or two. My family is also very active when it comes to organized sports my siblings and I all played highly competitive sports growing up and still to this day play and are active. Over the years though I have seen my old high school diminish in its rich school history of sport and being able to compete with the best. For instance the high school I attended was known for soccer, hockey, and track. Now there is a very little turnout for kids wanting to play at all.

One of the reasons I see this decrease, not just in my old school but also in all schools and organized sports is the rush of new technology that is available to the young generation today. Phones and Computers have increased, that by having a cell phone late in elementary school to early High School is not un-common. I received my very first flip cell phone in grade 11 my little brother received an IPhone in grade 9.

With the rush of new technology we also see an increase of obesity through young children and adults. Who instead of going outside on a nice day are cooped up in their house on their chair on their computer, television, and/or cell phone.

Having organizations like right to play for instance who travel around giving the kids a chance at a healthy life style are what is needed for the future.

330 Studio Kingston is a yoga club that teaches different classes each week. They just ask people to donate to help cover their costs of rent, and instructors.

With the new age of technology we as adults must set a good image for the youth of tomorrow to not only be healthy but also good citizens.