Preschool-aged children are in a critical period of developing fundamental movement skills
(FMS). FMS have a close link with physical activity (PA). This study aimed to systematically …

The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether a Relative Age Effect (RAE) exists in
motor competence of preschool children. The hypothesis was that motor competence …

Physical activity has beneficial effects on overall academic performance in children.
However, there is a lack of evidence regarding how the individual characteristics of physical …

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 …

ABSTRACT The Social Motivational Orientations in Sport Scale (SMOSS), developed by
Allen [(2003). Social motivation in youth sport. Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 25 …

(1) Background: This study aimed to examine the role of social support in the relationship
between perceived motor competence (MC) and physical activity (PA), according to the …

Abstract Background Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) consist of instances of abuse,
neglect, or household dysfunction occurring before adulthood. Prevalence rates of ACEs are …

Guided by the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB; Ajzen, 1991), this study aimed to test a
hypothesized path model of TPB variables (ie, attitude toward behavior, subjective norm …

Physical activity behaviors children developed during their childhood have a long-term
impact on their lifelong physical activity habits and healthy development, the increased …

Aim of this study was to examine motor skills and quality of life values of Turkish children
according to age and gender factor, and to examine the relationship between motor skills …