Keeping kids healthy and active this summer is easier (and more fun) than you think

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While summer time is the perfect time for kids to get outside and play, there are plenty of distractions around to keep them from getting good exercise such as the TV,  computer, iPad and video games. 

The people from Playworks, a nonprofit aimed at making recess fun and healthy, join Good Day Chicago to talk about how to keep kids active this summer.
 
 
 

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