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The article presents an analytical review of scientific research on physical activity of overweight and obese children and adolescents. Obese children have low physical activity levels, decreased exercise tolerance, low adherence to active lifestyles. Worldwide and Russian studies showed that the effectiveness of losing weight and achieving the optimal body weight is higher when various kinds of physical exercises are included in comprehensive obesity treatment programmes. The most significant results for losing weight and increasing exercise tolerance are obtained in patients who are more highly motivated for moderate or high physical activity during 60-minute exercises not less than 3 times a week. Key words: children, adolescents, obesity, physical activity

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