The aim of this systematic review was to identify and summarize evidence for the association
between muscle strength (MS) and metabolic syndrome (MetS), and MS and combinations …

Background The importance of muscular fitness (MF) in the performance of activities of daily
living is unequivocal. Additionally, emerging evidence has shown MF can reduce …

Objectives To study the cross-sectional and longitudinal (2-year follow-up) association
between muscle fitness and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in youth; whether …

The high prevalence of obesity in childhood and adolescence has major public health
consequences, since it is associated with various chronic diseases in the short-and long …

Abstract Background/Objective This study examined relationships between health-related
physical fitness indicators and clustered cardiometabolic risk factors in adolescents between …

Although strong positive correlations exist between grip strength and cardiovascular health,
the association between grip strength and blood pressure (BP) is less clear. In this regard, a …

The role of polymorphism rs9939609 of the FTO gene has been related with fat mass and
cardiovascular risk in adults, but it remains unclear in children and adolescents. Hence, the …

Background Adiponectin is an anti-inflammatory cytokine secreted by adipose tissue, has
been associated with adiposity and cardiometabolic risk, and has controversial results with …

Background Previous studies have identified sedentary behaviour, physical activity and
eating habits as variables that define a healthy lifestyle. The aims of this investigation were …

Background Studies indicate that muscle strength is associated with good mental health.
However, it remains unclear whether muscle strength is directly correlated with …