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The role of theory in designing physical activity interventions for school-aged children

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Abstract

Regular participation in health-enhancing physical activity (PA) has numerous health benefi ts, including a reduction in cardiovascular disease and stroke, diabetes, hypertension, colon cancer, breast cancer, and depression (World Health Organization, 2003). For children, low PA and poor physical fi tness are related to cardiovascular disease risk factors and decreased quality of life from an early stage of life (Andersen, Harro, Sardinha, Froberg, Ekelund, Brage et al., 2006). This makes children an interesting and relevant target population for the promotion of PA.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBecoming a Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology Professional
Subtitle of host publicationA Global Perspective
PublisherTaylor and Francis
Pages111-118
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)9781136202575
ISBN (Print)9781848726161
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2014
Externally publishedYes

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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