Objectives This study aimed to review the scientific evidence on associations between motor
competence (MC) and components of health related physical fitness (HRPF), in children and …

Background It is presumed that physical activity (PA) level declines during the lifespan,
particularly in adolescence. However, currently, there is no study that quantifies these …

COVID-19 is reshaping human interactions with the natural environment, potentially
generating profound consequences for health and well-being. To assess the effects of …

Social support from parents serves as one of the primary influences of youth physical activity—
related behaviors. A systematic review was conducted on the relationship of parental social …

Background The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 1.9 million deaths
worldwide are attributable to physical inactivity and at least 2.6 million deaths are a result of …

Background Childhood represents an important life stage for establishment of physical
activity (PA) habits. Parents are assumed to play an important role in influencing children's …

The prevalence of obesity among children is high and is increasing. We know that obesity
runs in families, with children of obese parents at greater risk of developing obesity than …

This article reviews the biology, prevalence and risks for obesity in people and companion
dogs and cats, and explores the links between obesity and diabetes mellitus and cancer …

Media, from television to the “new media”(including cell phones, iPads, and social media),
are a dominant force in children's lives. Although television is still the predominant medium …

ABSTRACT MAHAR, MT, SK MURPHY, DA ROWE, J. GOLDEN, AT SHIELDS, and TD
RAEDEKE. Effects of a Classroom-Based Program on Physical Activity and On-Task …