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Abstract

Problem statement: Infantile obesity is a problem in contemporary society, the number of overweight children in Europe is steadily increasing. Among the causes of obesity is the lack of physical activity along with inappropriate nutrition, lack of sleep, watching/playing on TV / PC and over-protective parents. When children with ASD also face excessive weight gain, specific measures must be taken, including the use of physical exercise. Method: We wanted to carry out a study aimed at the prevention and treatment of obesity in children with ASD Results: statistical indicators show an improvement of the tested parameters, a decrease in the abdominal slice, an increase in the fitness of the participating children, all this stating that our objectives were achieved. Conclusions: Obesity can be prevented, its negative effects decreasing, and an increase of the of health level.