Abstract Purpose of Review To examine associations between video game play and obesity
in children. Recent Findings Based on a scoping review of 26 studies (25 cross-sectional; 1 …

Obesity rates among children and adolescents in developed countries have increased
dramatically since the 1970s. During that same period, numerous secular changes have …

Background: The National Physical Activity Plan Alliance partnered with physical activity
experts to develop a report card that provides a comprehensive assessment of physical …

Among the negative consequences of video gaming disorder, decreased participation in
sport and exercise has received little attention. This study aimed to assess the longitudinal …

Background Few children meet physical activity (PA) recommendations, and are therefore at
increased risk for overweight/obesity and adverse health outcomes. To increase children's …

Background A growing proportion of adolescents have poor cardiovascular health
behaviors, including low levels of physical activity and high levels of sedentary behavior …

Background: During the past decade, guidelines for youth aerobic and muscle-
strengthening physical activity remained unchanged. Active People, Healthy Nation SM …

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to analyze secular trends in anthropometrics and
physical fitness of Portuguese children. Material and Methods: A group of 1819 students …

Physical activity has health benefits for persons of all ages. Currently, approximately one in
four youths is active enough to meet the aerobic physical activity guideline. Strategies to …

Background: Federal guidelines state that youth should participate in a variety of physical
activity (PA) they find enjoyable. Little is known, however, about how variety and enjoyment …