Contrary to your judgements, they have all grown a healthy love and competitive spirit regarding athletics. My 7 year old has six pack abs which she loves showing off and she was swimming before her 5th birthday. Her and my son are both enthusiastic gymnastics. My son also races BMX, which is a draining year round sport. Meanwhile my oldest competes in swimming, volleyball, dance, and as of late has been begging me to let her join a mixed martial art.