Why does it seems that children usually have a much greater physical disposition/stamina than the average adults?

Question

I mean specifically for very young children such as toddlers. It seems that, as a rule of thumb, they are much more physically motivante than the average (say, 30 years old or so) adults, barring those who actually practice regular exercise. Some children seem like they can run, climb and jump with a consistent timing for longer than many adults.

Is it because our own disposition has been ruined by a generally sedentary lifestyle?

In: Biology

Answer 1

In addition what others have stated, the mitochondria in children’s cells are more in number and produce more energy than adults do. The aging process reduces the number of mitochondria over time.