Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Tim Kambic, Nejc Sarabon, Vedran Hadzic, Mitja Lainscak
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of different training modalities on physical activity (PA) and sedentary behaviour (SB) in patients with coronary artery disease. The results showed that there was no difference in PA and SB between high-load resistance training, low-load resistance training combined with aerobic training, and aerobic training alone. However, the improvement in PA and SB was influenced by the baseline level of SB, with highly sedentary patients showing the greatest improvement.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Aaron Simpson, Michelle Stein, Michael Rosenberg, Brodie Ward, Amanda Derbyshire, Ashleigh L. Thornton, Ben Jackson
Summary: This study examined the effects of an online professional development program on early childhood educators' physical literacy knowledge and application. The results showed that educators who participated in the program had significantly higher scores in physical literacy knowledge, application, confidence in teaching physical activity, and lower scores in perceived personal barriers compared to the control group.
PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Angela Spinelli, Laura Censi, Donatella Mandolini, Silvia Ciardullo, Michele Antonio Salvatore, Gianfranco Mazzarella, Paola Nardone
Summary: This study examined the impact of parents' socio-economic conditions on children's dietary habits, physical activity, and overweight/obesity. The findings revealed that children from families with lower socio-economic status and those residing in Southern Italy were more likely to exhibit unhealthy behaviors and have higher BMI.
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Respiratory System
Sonia Wing Mei Cheng, Jennifer Alison, Emmanuel Stamatakis, Sarah Dennis, Renae McNamara, Lissa Spencer, Zoe McKeough
Summary: This study found that a 6-week behavior change intervention did not reduce time spent in sedentary behavior compared with a sham intervention in people with stable moderate-to-severe COPD prior to pulmonary rehabilitation.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
R. M. Telford, L. S. Olive, R. D. Telford
Summary: The Active Early Learning (AEL) program, integrated into daily childcare routines with the help of a peer coach, has been shown to significantly increase preschool children's physical activity levels. The intervention group displayed a marked increase in Total PA and moderate-to-vigorous PA compared to the control group. Children participating in the AEL program engaged in an average of 28 minutes more Total PA and 16 minutes more MVPA per day.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Karen L. Tonge, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely
Summary: This study found a significant association between educators' sedentary behaviour and children's sedentary behaviour, but no significant association between educators' physical activity and children's physical activity. Therefore, improving educators' sedentary behaviour may help increase children's physical activity levels.
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Ryota Ashizawa, Hiroya Honda, Koki Take, Kohei Yoshizawa, Yuto Kameyama, Yoshinobu Yoshimoto
Summary: An intervention approach effectively reduces sedentary behavior in patients with minor ischemic stroke, and the effect is sustained at follow-up.
CLINICAL REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Christine St. W. Laurent, Sanna Lokhandwala, Tamara Allard, Angela Ji, Tracy Riggins, Rebecca M. C. Spencer
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between nap habituality and sedentary time and physical activity in preschool-aged children. The study also explored the association between nap physiology and movement behaviors, as well as the impact of missing a nap on movement behaviors. The findings suggest that there is no significant relationship between naps and movement behaviors in children.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Karen P. Best, Jacqueline F. Gould, Maria Makrides, Thomas Sullivan, Jeanie Cheong, Shao J. Zhou, Stefan Kane, Huda Safa, A. Sparks, Lex W. Doyle, A. J. McPhee, Tanya A. C. Nippita, Hossein H. A. Afzali, Rosalie Grivell, D. Mackerras, E. Knight, Simon Wood, Tim Green
Summary: This study aims to determine the effect of reducing iodine intake from supplements on the cognitive development of children at 24 months of age. A total of 754 pregnant women will be randomly assigned to receive either a low iodine or a common dose of iodine supplement. The primary outcome is the developmental quotient of infants at 24 months of age.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nicole Toussaint, Martinette T. Streppel, Sandra Mul, Marielle Balledux, Karen van Drongelen, Mirka Janssen, Ruben G. Fukkink, Peter J. M. Weijs
Summary: This study conducted a cluster randomised controlled trial on preschool-based intervention for teachers in a deprived area. The intervention had positive effects on teachers' knowledge and attitudes, but not on confidence in promoting healthy behaviors. No effects were observed on teachers' and children's BMI at this stage.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Haiquan Wang, Holly Blake, Kaushik Chattopadhyay
Summary: Based on the findings of this study, it is feasible to conduct a future cluster randomized controlled trial in China, as indicated by the promising recruitment, follow-up, completion of data collection, and intervention attendance rates.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Rene Post, Menno R. Germans, Maud A. Tjerkstra, Mervyn D. I. Vergouwen, Korne Jellema, Radboud W. Koot, Nyika D. Kruyt, Peter W. A. Willems, Jasper F. C. Wolfs, Frits C. de Beer, Hans Kieft, Dharmin Nanda, Bram van der Pol, Gerwin Roks, Frank de Beer, Patricia H. A. Halkes, Loes J. A. Reichman, Paul J. A. M. Brouwers, Renske M. van den Berg-Vos, Vincent I. H. Kwa, C. van der Ree, Irene Bronner, Janneke van de Vlekkert, Henri P. Bienfait, Hieronymus D. Boogaarts, Catharina J. M. Klijn, Rene van den Berg, Bert A. Coert, Janneke Horn, Charles B. L. M. Majoie, Gabriel J. E. Rinkel, Yvo B. W. E. M. Roos, W. Peter Vandertop, Dagmar Verbaan
Summary: In patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage, ultra-early, short-term treatment with tranexamic acid did not improve clinical outcomes at 6 months, as measured by the modified Rankin Scale.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Cristy Brooks, Catherine Helson, Madalyn McCormack, Louise A. Baur, Timothy Gill, Julie Green, Baki Billah, Paula Cronin, Anoop Johar, Jennifer Plaskett, Michelle Nolan, Monika Latanik, Andre M. N. Renzaho
Summary: The Strong Families Trial aims to assess the effectiveness of a mixed behavioural and lifestyle intervention for parents and carers of at-risk populations in preventing unhealthy weight gain among children aged 5 to 11 years. This study will recruit 800 families and randomize them into an intervention or control group. By evaluating primary and secondary outcome measures, the study will help understand methods for engaging socially disadvantaged and culturally diverse groups in parenting programs concerned with child weight status.
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Pediatrics
Michelle Ng, Elizabeth Wenden, Leanne Lester, Carri Westgarth, Hayley Christian
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the effect of a mobile health intervention to encourage family dog walking and children's active play with their dog. Results showed that SMS prompts can increase total dog-facilitated physical activity, but this positive impact disappeared after adjusting for socio-demographic factors.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Christine W. St Laurent, Chloe Andre, Jennifer F. Holmes, Nicole D. Fields, Rebecca M. C. Spencer
Summary: This study examines the relationship between daytime wake behaviors and overnight sleep in early childhood. The results show that wake behaviors have an impact on next day's wake behaviors, but are not associated with physical activity or sleep quality.
Article
Pediatrics
Widjane Sheila Ferreira Goncalves, Rebecca Byrne, Pedro Israel Cabral de Lira, Marcelo Tavares Viana, Stewart G. Trost
Summary: Parenting practices are associated with physical activity and screen time among preschool-aged children in low-income Brazilian families.
Article
Sport Sciences
John O. Osborne, Geoffrey M. Minett, Ian B. Stewart, Stewart Trost, Christopher Drovandi, Joseph T. Costello, Toby G. Pavey, David N. Borg
Summary: This randomized cross-over study found that heat acclimation training may negatively affect sleep quality and increase sedentary behavior.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SPORT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Lan Sum Wong, John J. Reilly, Paul McCrorie, Deirdre M. Harrington
Summary: This study aimed to assess objectively-measured levels of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) in Scottish children aged 10-11 and examine risk factors for not meeting the school-hours MVPA recommendation. The results showed that most Scottish children aged 10-11 did not meet the 30 minute MVPA recommendation. Therefore, interventions to increase physical activity during school hours are essential to promote public health.
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Gabrielle O'Flynn, Anthony McKnight, Yasmin Probst, Sarah Tillott, Rebecca M. Stanley
Summary: The purpose of this paper is to invite health educators to understand the spirit of children and learn from the conversations of Australian Aboriginal children about culture. By examining photos taken by Aboriginal children and listening to their interviews, we can see the importance of culture in their lives and the power of cultural programs in fostering learning and engagement with culture and Country.
SPORT EDUCATION AND SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Angelo Sabag, Lauren Houston, Elizabeth P. Neale, Hannah E. Christie, Lauren A. Roach, Joanna Russell, Colin H. Cortie, Marijka Batterham, Barbara J. Meyer, Monique E. Francois
Summary: This study investigated how women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) manage their condition and identified the primary supports and barriers to lifestyle intervention participation. The results showed that most women manage their blood glucose levels through diet and face significant barriers such as lack of time and childcare commitments.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Iram Siraj, Edward Melhuish, Steven J. Howard, Cathrine Neilsen-Hewett, Denise Kingston, Marc De Rosnay, Runke Huang, Julian Gardiner, Betty Luu
Summary: Substantial research suggests that high quality early childhood education and care (ECEC) can bring about various benefits for children. However, the consistency in ECEC quality remains a challenge. This study evaluated the effectiveness of an evidence-based in-service professional development (PD) program called Leadership for Learning. Results indicated significant improvements in teaching quality and child development outcomes, providing strong support for the implementation of evidence-informed PD in ECEC.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Educational
Janina Eberhart, Andrew E. E. Koepp, Steven J. J. Howard, Rianne Kok, Dana C. C. McCoy, Sara T. T. Baker
Summary: This paper discusses the importance of self-regulation in children's development and learning, and points out the limitations of traditional measurement approaches. The paper also introduces observational measures based on child observations and emphasizes their unique advantages. Finally, the paper discusses the importance of aligning measurement approaches with research questions.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Hilde L. Nashandi, Makama A. Monyeki, John J. Reilly
Summary: This study aimed to assess the validity of mid-arm circumference (MAC) for classification of high body fatness in Namibian adolescent girls and women and to test whether MAC was more accurate than the traditional proxy, BMI. The results showed that MAC had higher sensitivity in correctly classifying high body fatness, especially in adult women.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Issad Baddou, Imane el Harchaoui, Kaoutar Benjeddou, John J. Reilly, Imane el Menchawy, Asmaa el Hamdouchi
Summary: This study evaluates the reliability and validity of the PAQ-C in assessing physical activity in Moroccan children, particularly in those aged 11 years and above. The results show that the PAQ-C has good reliability and validity in this age group.
CHILD CARE HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Josephine N. Booth, Andy R. Ness, Carol Joinson, Phillip D. Tomporowski, James M. E. Boyle, Sam D. Leary, John J. Reilly
Summary: This study examines the relationship between physical activity, depressive symptoms, and emotional and behavioral difficulties in adolescents. The results show that higher levels of physical activity are associated with reduced depressive symptoms and improved emotional and behavioral well-being. Specifically, higher physical activity levels at age 11 are related to decreased depressive symptoms in females, while positive changes in physical activity levels between ages 11 and 13 are associated with reduced depressive symptoms in males. Additionally, higher physical activity predicts decreased emotional symptoms and hyperactivity in both genders. However, the effect sizes are small.
MENTAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Sanne L. C. Veldman, Megan L. Hammersley, Steven J. Howard, Rebecca M. Stanley, Anthony D. Okely, Rachel A. Jones
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between gross motor skills and executive functions (EF) in Australian preschool-aged children. The results showed significant associations between different motor skills and various EFs, such as visual spatial working memory, inhibition, shifting, and self-regulation. These findings contribute to the growing evidence on the importance of motor skills in early childhood EF development.
AUSTRALASIAN JOURNAL OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
(2023)
Editorial Material
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Anthony David Blake McKnight, Yasmine Probst, Gabrielle O'Flynn, Sarah Tillott, Rebecca Megan Stanley
Summary: This article tells the story of how the project "Strong culture, healthier lifestyles" embarked on a process of decolonisation through a changing methodology involving the local community and the land. It begins by providing an overview of the project and its disconnection from the community, and then explores a storytelling approach as a linked methodology to the local land. Through this approach, the article reflects on the partnership between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal knowledge, aiming to limit colonial practices and reconnect the land to the research process.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Caylee J. Cook, Steven Howard, Gaia Scerif, Rhian Twine, Kathleen Kahn, Shane Norris, Catherine Draper
Summary: This study investigates the contribution of executive function (EF) to pre-academic skills in preschool children. The results show that EF is an important predictor of pre-academic skills even in low- and middle-income countries. However, factors in addition to EF may also play a significant role in fostering school readiness in these contexts.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Andrew Bonney, Conrad Kobel, Judy Mullan, Christine Metusela, Joel J. Rhee, Stephen Barnett, Marijka Batterham
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate a scalable online quality improvement intervention in Australian general practitioners, which included online education on a national shared electronic health record and rational prescribing, pathology, and imaging ordering.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lucy Corbett, Adrian Bauman, Louisa R. R. Peralta, Anthony D. D. Okely, Philayrath Phongsavan
Summary: This study examined the psychosocial health of teachers in New South Wales, Australia, and found that female teachers had higher levels of psychological distress and burnout compared to male teachers. Multiple work-related factors were associated with teachers' psychosocial health. The study suggests a need for more support and lifestyle programs to improve teachers' psychosocial well-being.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH-HEIDELBERG
(2023)