At what age can most children expect to run with both feet off the ground?

Most children can generally expect to run with both feet off the ground around 18 months of age. This developmental milestone signifies an important phase in gross motor skills, which include the ability to run, jump, and climb, and are typically refined during this period. At 18 months, children are gaining more confidence in their physical abilities, and their leg muscles are developing enough strength to support dynamic movement like running.

While younger children may begin to show signs of running, it's often unsteady and not with both feet leaving the ground simultaneously. By age 2, children become more proficient in running, but the expected age for consistently achieving this developmental milestone is around 18 months. Understanding these developmental timelines helps caregivers and educators provide appropriate support and activities to foster children's physical growth.