Da quando si può iniziare a fare esercizio fisico?

Tummy Time

How old can you start exercising?

You can start already from 1 month of life of the child, making him practice little by little and gradually, the Tummy Time, that is a little time on his tummy, on his stomach, on a comfortable and safe mat.

But why is it so important?

Exercise in general, has several benefits, helps to strengthen the muscles, improves the immune defenses, and in addition helps to discharge accumulated tensions favoring psychological well-being.

In particular during tummy time of your baby you help in:

Control of the head;
Strengthening and development of the muscles of the neck, back and legs;
Prevent the occurrence of plagiocephaly;
Coordination and motor skills;
Arm and hand support;
Rolling (its first motor scheme );
Curiosity and discovery of the world around him/her;
🔸Problem solving ;
Self-confidence

Tummy time should be practiced when the child is awake and under the supervision of an adult.

It may happen that tummy time does not immediately like your baby, and that is why you will have to start gradually with a few minutes a day, with sweetness and some small and sweet strategy.
For example, using objects such as high-contrast cardboard that will stimulate curiosity and search for movement, or talking and interacting lying on the mat with your child, with the sound of your voice. And Mom’s, at first, will be the most beautiful, reassuring and inspiring of all.

Every child needs to make his experiences to the best of his potential for a harmonious and comprehensive psychomotor development.

Practicing structured movement from the first months of birth will make your puppies even smarter children, chatty and confident, as well as the talented athletes!