Physical Activity: Overcoming Obstacles (Care of the Young Athlete)

There are many benefits of regular physical activity; however, people often have many excuses for not being more physically active. The following is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics encouraging families to consider all the benefits of being physically active and how to overcome some obstacles. Each family member can take a step toward becoming more physically active by filling out the physical activity plan.

Our Locations


Timber Lane Pediatrics South Burlington

51 Timber Lane
South Burlington, VT 05403

Phone: (802) 864-0521
Fax: (802) 735-9621

Office Hours by Appointment
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed


Timber Lane Pediatrics Burlington

Office location:
1127 North Avenue, Suite 1
Burlington, VT 05408

Mailing address:
PO Box 3057
Burlington, VT 05408

Phone: (802) 846-8100
Fax: (802) 735-9337

Office Hours by Appointment
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Closed Saturday and Sunday


Timber Lane Pediatrics Milton 

11 Haydenberry Drive, Suite 103
Milton, VT 05468

Phone: (802) 893-1200
Fax: (802) 735-9608

Office Hours by Appointment
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Closed Saturday and Sunday