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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have a 6-year-old who doesn't give much effort in any sport they've tried.  Has anybody had a kid like this who grew out of it? Or is it just that our kid is not athletically inclined?  If it's the latter, do we adjust our expectations and find a few physical activities that are the least intrusive to our family's schedule so they can develop some fitness and focus on other things? [/quote]

I figured this was going to be about a 12 year old but six??  Maybe for your six year old it’s too rigid and organized.   A six year old doesn’t need a 45” controlled class to develop fitness.

Six year olds develop control and exercise by playing.   The playground, bikes, swimming, running, roller skating, playing games with balls.   If the parent really is concerned about health they would put in the work.    Find some bike trails even if you have to drive to them and both ride your bikes.   Run or walk together to the playground.  Play ball together. Dance together.   Get some other kids involved if you prefer and play backyard games.   [/quote]

Ya, they like to dance (at home, but not in class because they dislike how often they get in trouble for not listening) and swim (but not if it’s a race). Biking is a challenge because they have anxiety about falling and complain that it’s too hard (legs tired after 2 minutes).  Hiking equals whining. Playing basketball at home is fun as long as no running is required. I want to add that they are a great kid - super bright and 99% on tests and can read and do art for hours.  I just get frustrated giving up finite time for athletics when they don’t engage or try and there is often a lot of whining. [/quote]

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