Environment, physical activity (PA) and motor development are tightly interwoven during
childhood. We examined the associations of environmental factors with motor competence …

Objectives Environmental characteristics within preschools that influence children's motor
competence are largely unknown. The purpose of the present study was to examine the …

Motor development is affected by maturation and growth but also influenced by the specific
environmental and cultural context. Therefore, cross-cultural research can provide …

Physical activity and motor competence (MC) have been considered to be closely related
and prevent childhood obesity. The aim of the study was two-fold: to examine MC measured …

Problem Statement: Parents of young children favor indoor activities for their children,
because staying inside supports comfortable daily routines in the family timetable, safety …

We investigated child, family, and environmental factors associated with young children's
perceptions of locomotor (LM) and object control (OC) skills. The participants comprised 472 …

The physical environment in preschool, covering all indoor and outdoor equipment, and the
surfaces of the preschool yard, may have a large potential for increasing children's physical …

Children's motor competence (MC) has declined in the past decades, while sedentary
behavior (SB) has increased. This study examined the association between MC and …

OBJECTIVES: To identify factors associated with children's motor skills. DESIGN: Cross-
sectional. METHODS: Australian preschool-aged children were recruited in 2009 as part of a …

Objectives Preschoolers 3–5 years of age are in a crucial stage of motor skill competence.
While preschoolers develop their motor skill competence through engagement in physical …