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The COVID-19 lockdown has not only had an effect on the lifestyle of office going people but it has also changed the habits of kids as well. While some are using this time to become more healthy by following a nutritious diet and exercising regularly, many others are giving in to their unhealthy cravings and habits. This is also true for many kids. A recent study published in the journal Obesity hasfound that the lockdown can negatively impact diet, sleep and physical activity among children with obesity. Also Read - Obesity linked to depression in teens: 5 easy science-backed ways to lose weight at home

The study, which was conducted by a University at Buffalo, analyzed overweight children inItaly, who were under confinement during the months of March and April. Their sleeping patterns, eating patterns and screen time was compared to that previous year and it was found to be very different. The research revealed that the children ate an additional meal per day, slept an extra half hour per day, and spent nearly five hours per day in front of the phone, television and computer. However, their physical activity, reduced by more than two hours per week. As per the experts, it is very important for the children to have some physical activity during lockdown Also Read - Childhood obesity: Risk factors and ways to fight them

YOGA POSES FOR HEALTHY WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Also Read - Kids born through C-sections not at higher obesity risk

Obesity brings with it problems like heart diseases, diabetes and blood pressure in kids too. Therefore, it is very important for children to stay active even while they are stuck at home. So, here we are with a few yoga poses for children which will help them lose weight. These can be easily performed in any confined space.

This pose tones your buttocks, upper and inner thighs. The added stretch on the sides of the tummy help burn off waist fat. It also strengthens your core and helps with weight loss.

How to

It strengthens the core muscles, thighs and tones the buttocks.

Steps

Thisaasanais great for the abdomen muscles and tones your thighs and arms.

How to

Published : June 9, 2020 9:57 pm | Updated:June 9, 2020 10:00 pm

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