Objectively Assessed Physical Activity of Preschool-Aged Children from Urban Areas

Herbert, Jarosław; Matłosz, Piotr; Lenik, Justyna; Szybisty, Agnieszka; Baran, Joanna; Przednówek, Karolina H.

doi:10.3390/ijerph17041375

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“…The guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement state that a sedentary lifestyle exceeding 1.5 h a day poses a risk of obesity in children aged 4 to 9 [ 25 ]. Long periods of time spent in front of the TV or computer, the use of motorized transport, poor nutrition and a lack of regular physical activity contribute to the poor physical condition of children [ 26 , 27 ]. It is stated that children aged 5 to 17 should spend 60 min a day on moderate or vigorous physical activity (MVPA) such as physical education lessons, housework, sports and games and recreational activities [ 28 ].…”

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Is There a Link between Balance and Body Mass Composition in Children and Adolescents?

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Adamczyk²,

Baran

et al. 2021

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School-age children are particularly prone to disturbances in body composition, because this is a period of intensive growth and a period in which correct habits are shaped, especially in relation to diet. This is why it is so important to diagnose emerging disorders early so as to implement therapeutic or educational activities. The aim of this study was to assess the relationship between the factors of body mass composition and body mass index (BMI), as well as the balance parameters in children and adolescents. The study group consisted of 1137 children aged 7 to 15. There were 559 girls and 578 boys among the subjects. The study used the Tanita 780 body mass composition analyser and the Zebris stabilometric platform. It was found that girls were characterized by a significantly higher content of adipose tissue (24.37% vs. 20.45%), while boys were characterized by a higher content of lean tissue (32.99% vs. 30.43%), muscle tissue (31.23% vs. 28.86%) and water (24.15% vs. 22.28%). Interestingly, the girls had better balance than their peers in all analyzed parameters (COF TTL.—616.72 vs. 661.50; CEArea—73.63 vs. 112.24; COF HD—3.44 vs. 4.23; COF VD—4.52 vs. 5.12). It turned out that among children in adolescence, a higher adipose tissue content and a higher BMI correlated with a smaller surface area (p < 0.05) defined by the center of gravity and smaller deviations of the center of gravity in the horizontal plane (p < 0.05). Sex and adolescence play an important role in differentiating both body composition and body balance. The results of this study allow us to conclude that children with higher BMI values have better balance. Due to the fact that these conclusions are inconsistent with those of other researchers, it will be worth continuing the research (e.g., on a different population group) in order to confirm the results and to draw far-reaching conclusions.

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Is There a Link between Balance and Body Mass Composition in Children and Adolescents?

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“…In a recent study conducted among Polish preschool-aged children (5-6 years) from urban areas, only 6% adhered to the aforesaid WHO recommendations. 59 There is no evidence to establish that 60 min per day of MVPA decreases the number of days with symptoms of URTIs and/or those symptoms' severity. In adults, regular moderate exercise can lead to a decreased incidence of URTIs and sedentary adults are more susceptible to infectious diseases, compared with active ones.…”

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Association of low physical activity with higher respiratory tract infections frequency among pre-school children

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Bronikowski

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BACKGROUND: There is no consensus on the benefits of physical activity (PA) regarding upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) among children. This study aimed to determine an association between the PA level and URTIs in preschoolers. METHODS: In 4-7-year-old participants, URTI symptoms were monitored using the Polish version of the Wisconsin Upper Respiratory System Survey for Kids. The daily number of steps, PA intensity, and sleep duration were measured with a Garminvivofit pedometer. The lag effect between the initial level of daily PA and the frequency of infections was evaluated. RESULTS: The average daily step count from healthy days was a significant determinant of the total number of days with the URTI symptoms, and it accounted for 44% (p < 0.001) of this variable variance. A low level of baseline PA (initial 14-day "run-in" observation period) was associated with an increased risk of URTI. In the non-sport group, the severity of the URTI symptoms depended on the number of daily steps. No significant correlation was found between sleep duration and the number of URTI days. CONCLUSION: Low levels of PA in preschoolers result in increased susceptibility to respiratory infections. Parents should encourage children to engage in PA to prevent URTIs.

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“…Parents’ optimistic view of PA engagement for themselves and family members in this study contradicts the literature reporting that Hispanic adults and children exhibit lower PA levels than other ethnic groups [ 30 , 31 , 32 ]. A large percentage of children (74%) are not meeting the recommendation of 60 min of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per day [ 33 ]. Our results suggest the importance of providing Hispanic parents with information regarding daily PA recommendations for adults and children and PA intensity levels to ensure that parental perceptions are aligned with the recommendations.…”

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Hispanic Parents’ Views of Family Physical Activity: Results from a Multisite Focus Group Investigation

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Understanding parental views regarding family physical activity is essential to the development of family-focused physical activity interventions. Using a qualitative methodology with thematic analysis and a socio-demographic questionnaire, this study aimed to examine Mexican American and Puerto Rican parental views on child and family physical activity. Sixty-one parents (56 mothers, five fathers) from four sites (California, Illinois, Texas, and Puerto Rico) each participated in a single one-hour focus group session, which included an average of five parents. The findings of this study indicated that parents perceived themselves and their families to be physically active, while some parents believed their children were getting enough physical activity at school and afterschool programs. Walking, bicycling, and playing soccer were the most common physical activities that parents reported engaging in as a family. In addition, some parents shared their preference for exercising without their children. Time constraints along with unsafe neighborhood streets and parks were identified as the major barriers to being physically active as a family. Mothers reported that fathers’ involvement in physical activity and combining a healthy diet with exercise were useful strategies for physical activity promotion. This study provides valuable information regarding Hispanic parental views concerning family physical activity relevant to the design of culturally family-based physical activity interventions for this population.

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Objectively Assessed Physical Activity of Preschool-Aged Children from Urban Areas

Cited by 10 publications

References 46 publications

Is There a Link between Balance and Body Mass Composition in Children and Adolescents?

Is There a Link between Balance and Body Mass Composition in Children and Adolescents?

Association of low physical activity with higher respiratory tract infections frequency among pre-school children

Hispanic Parents’ Views of Family Physical Activity: Results from a Multisite Focus Group Investigation

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