Although it is widely recognized that regular physical activity is associated with a variety of
health-related benefits in youths, the extent to which vigorous physical activity, as opposed …

Abroad range of researchers and profes-sionals acknowledge that optimal health during
childhood and adolescence requires a high level of physical activity. The health benefits of …

There is strong evidence to support the benefits of regular physical activity for children and
adolescents (heretofore referred to as “youth”). Evidence includes improved …

National recommendations call for children and adolescents to accumulate at least 60
minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity on most days of the week and for …

Regular physical activity has positive effects on reducing obesity, increasing cardiovascular
fitness and health, and improving psychological well-being [1]. Despite these benefits …

Physical activity in adolescence may contribute to the development of healthy adult
lifestyles, helping reduce chronic disease incidence. However, definition of the optimal …

Children, adolescents and adults all benefit from physical exercise and physical fitness can
also bring well-being to the person. Tracking physical fitness and activity over time from …

Background The purpose was to: 1) perform a systematic review of studies examining the
relation between physical activity, fitness, and health in school-aged children and youth, and …

The benefits of physical activity in youth have been documented for aerobic fitness, blood
lipids, blood pressure, body composition, glucose, insulin, skeletal health, and psychological …

While the benefits of physical activity for youth are many, the specific role of exercise in
promoting physical health in youth relates to the salutary effects of regular activity on life …