If you are looking for a straight answer to this question, then it is a ‘yes.’ But do they need to do it like adults do – spending specific time walking, running or gyming then the answer is no. Remember exercise regimen for kids and adults are different and it depends on the different age group of growing children. ‘But kids should be encouraged to exercise on a daily basis as that is one of the good habits you should cultivate in your child early to curb the incidence of lifestyle-related ailments later,’ says fitness expert Neeraj Mehta, director of GFFI Fitness Academy. Here are nine reasons why every child should get involved in sports. More