19/06/2026
Five things most people believe about kids and movement that are genuinely holding children back.
Myth 1: Kids get enough exercise at school.
Reality: 78% of Australian children do not meet physical activity guidelines. Unstructured play is important, it is not enough on its own.
Myth 2: If a child is clumsy, they just need to grow out of it.
Reality: Gross motor delays rarely self-resolve without targeted support. Early intervention changes outcomes.
Myth 3: Exercise Physiology is for adults and athletes.
Reality: EPs are trained to deliver evidence-based movement programs for all ages including children with developmental delays and NDIS funding.
Myth 4: My child hates exercise so movement therapy will not work.
Reality: Children who 'hate exercise' usually hate the environments they have been put in. Our sessions are designed for children who have struggled.
Myth 5: You need a referral to come to Kids Heart Pilates.
Reality: You do not. Which myth surprised you most? Drop it in the comments.
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