Longitudinal evidence has demonstrated that engagement in physical activity (PA) and the
development of motor competence (MC) have numerous tangible health and developmental …

The development of motor competencies is necessary for participation in the culture of sport,
exercise, and physical activity, which in turn supports the development of a healthy lifestyle …

Preschoolers with greater development of fundamental motor skills (FMS) are related to
more time in physical activity (PA). However, little is known about whether participation after …

Background: Physical activity (PA) levels decline substantially during adolescence, and are
consistently lower in girls. Competency in a range of fundamental movement skills (FMS) …

Background Adequate levels of motor competence (MC) have been associated with multiple
health outcomes. Despite the preponderance of effective MC interventions, globally, levels …

Re: Effectiveness of intervention on physical activity of children: systematic review and meta-analysis
of controlled trials with objectively measured outcomes (EarlyBird 54) — The University of …

Background Physical activity provides many health benefits, yet few children meet the
physical activity recommendations. In school-age children, low proficiency in fundamental …

Objective To assess the effect of a governmentally-led center based child care physical
activity program (Youp'là Bouge) on child motor skills. Patients and methods We conducted …

Maintaining a sufficient level of physical activity and fitness is a prerequisite for good health
and well-being in adults as well as children. Motor competence has been seen as a possible …

Introduction: The concerning decline in children's motor skills (MS) is due to reduced
physical activity (PA) in later years. Numerous approaches exist to develop gross motor …