Testing the Weiss-Harter-model: physical activity, self-esteem, enjoyment, and social support in children and adolescents

D Jekauc, C Mnich, C Niessner, K Wunsch… - Frontiers in …, 2019 - frontiersin.org
Background Several theories have been established to explain physical activity (PA)
participation. However, many of these theories might not be applicable to adolescent PA …

Physical activity in adolescents living in rural and urban New Caledonia: The role of socioenvironmental factors and the association with weight status

G Wattelez, S Frayon, C Caillaud, O Galy - Frontiers in public health, 2021 - frontiersin.org
Physical activity (PA) is an important factor for the prevention of overweight and obesity,
particularly during adolescence. This study focuses on the understudied adolescent …

Accelerometry and Self-Report Are Congruent for Children's Moderate-to-Vigorous and Higher Intensity Physical Activity

CR Nigg, X Burg, B Lohse… - Journal for the …, 2021 - journals.humankinetics.com
Purpose: This study used different analytic approaches to compare physical activity (PA)
metrics from accelerometers (ACC) and a self-report questionnaire in upper elementary …

Parent and friend influences on the multiple health behaviors of adolescents in Hawaii

KS Geller, AR Alvarez, CR Nigg, A Oasay… - Californian journal of …, 2014 - boris.unibe.ch
Background and Purpose: The prevalence of youth obesity has increased dramatically in the
United States, becoming a severe concern in Hawaii and disproportionally impacting …

Investigating obesity related behaviours in friendship networks among the youth: A systemized review

N Alsayed, T Eldabi, H Lee - KnE Social Sciences, 2019 - knepublishing.com
Background: An unhealthy diet, low levels of physical activity and increased participation in
sedentary activities are important obesity-related behaviours that negatively impact the …

Invistigating Obesity Related Behaviours in Friendship Networks Among The Youth: A Systemised Review

N Alsayed, T Eldabi, H Lee - International Journal of Food …, 2017 - search.proquest.com
Background: Unhealthy diet, low levels of physical activity and increased participation in
sedentary activities are important obesity-related behaviours that negatively impact on the …