The aim of this study was to examine in detail levels and patterns of physical activity in preschool children and the effects of gender and BMI on this activity. Two hundred and fifty-three children ...

Correspondence to Dr Nora Shields, School of Physiotherapy, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC 3086, Australia; n.shields{at}latrobe.edu.au Aim The aim of this systematic review was to investigate ...

Objective To summarise the current evidence on the effects of physical activity (PA) interventions on cognitive and academic performance in children, and formulate research priorities and ...

Two new studies show how exercise can help children combat depression as well as behavioral disorders. Share on Pinterest A physically active child is a healthy child. Physical activity strengthens a ...

Melody Smith receives funding from the Health Research Council of New Zealand, Lotteries Health Research, and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. C+ – that’s Aotearoa New Zealand’s ...