Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Antonina Tcymbal, Peter Gelius, Karim Abu-Omar, Sven Messing, Stephen Whiting, Kremlin Wickramasinghe
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the European Union's Physical Activity Focal Points Network and describe its potential and challenges. The results show that the network has played a positive role in promoting physical activity within the EU through coordinating national data collection, sharing best practices, and providing opportunities for collaboration among member countries.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Donna O'Connor, Paul Larkin, Sam Robertson, Peter Goodyear
Summary: The study found that youth soccer coaches ask an average of 71 questions per session, mostly convergent questions, with variations in types and purposes of questioning in different training activities, which can help promote athlete learning.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT PEDAGOGY
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Thiago Sousa Matias, Marcus Vinicius Veber Lopes, Bruno Goncalves Galdino da Costa, Kelly Samara Silva, Felipe Barreto Schuch
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between different types of leisure-time physical activity and depression. The results showed that outdoor walking/running, cycling, and team sports were associated with lower odds of depression compared to inactivity. The findings suggest that specific physical activity types have additional benefits for mental health.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
J. R. Rudd, C. Woods, V. Correia, L. Seifert, K. Davids
Summary: This paper explores physical education through a relational worldview guided by an ecological dynamics framework. It emphasizes the importance of guiding individuals to explore the world and self-regulate in the environment. By employing a softer pedagogy, educators can help learners become more responsive to emergent opportunities for action.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT PEDAGOGY
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Sara Wawrzyniak, Ireneusz Cichy, Ana Rita Matias, Damian Pawlik, Agnieszka Kruszwicka, Michal Klichowski, Andrzej Rokita
Summary: Eduball is a method using educational balls to improve students' physical fitness and academic performance, but its impact on children's graphomotor skills is not well understood. The study found that primary school students participating in Eduball PE classes showed better writing skills, supporting the interdisciplinary model of education for holistic student development.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Ben William Strafford, Keith Davids, Jamie Stephen North, Joseph Antony Stone
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of integrating Parkour-style training into team sport practice through expert consensus. It establishes a set of design principles for such integration.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sitong Chen, Jintao Hong, Karen Milton, Bojana Klepac, Jiani Ma, Zeljko Pedisic
Summary: The purpose of this study is to advance knowledge on physical activity (PA) and sedentary behaviour (SB) policies in China and identify gaps and opportunities in the policy landscape. A total of 60 national PA and SB policies were found, which include all key elements for a successful national policy approach. The findings demonstrate increasing focus on PA and SB policies in China, indicating efforts to address the health burden of insufficient PA and excessive SB.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Mishell Barreno, Ivan Sisa, Martha Cecilia Yepez Garcia, Hua Shen, Monica Villar, Irina Kovalskys, Mauro Fisberg, Georgina Gomez, Attilio Rigotti, Lilia Yadira Cortes, Rossina G. Pareja, Marianella Herrera-Cuenca, Viviana Guajardo
Summary: The study assessed the association between physical activity level and built environment in Latin America, finding that the current built environment in the region does not promote physical activity. This highlights the need for policies and interventions at regional and national levels to create a safe, healthy, and friendly environment to encourage participation in active recreation and sports during leisure time.
Review
Rehabilitation
A. Gawlik, J. Luedemann, A. Neuhausen, C. Zepp, F. Vitinius, J. Kleinert
Summary: Studies show that 60 minutes of moderate physical activity per day can compensate for sitting all day at work. This systematic review provides evidence for the effectiveness of workplace PA coaching interventions but the results are inconclusive due to the variety of coaching parameters.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Chelsea L. Kracht, Amanda E. Staiano
Summary: Parrish et al.'s investigation examines caregiver perceptions of preschoolers' physical activity within the home environment, highlighting opportunities for public policy and future research. The study identifies qualitative themes and proposes three main areas for further investigation.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Behzad Mohammadi Orangi, Rasoul Yaali, Abbas Bahram, John van der Kamp, Mohammad Taghi Aghdasi
Summary: The study compared the effects of linear, nonlinear, and differential motor learning methods on creative actions in soccer, finding that nonlinear and differential methods were more conducive for the emergence of creative actions than linear methods.
PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE
(2021)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Erik Backman, B. Tolgfors, G. Nyberg, M. Quennerstedt
Summary: This paper addresses the significance of physical education teacher education (PETE) and proposes a method for exploring its potential impact. By examining the perspectives of preservice teachers and physical education teachers, the study investigates the relationship between teacher education and teaching practice. The suggested method involves stimulated recall interviews, observations, and communication through social media. The combination of Bernstein's and Ball's theoretical perspectives allows for an analysis of how pedagogic discourses are constructed, recontextualized, and realized in PETE and school physical education. The findings suggest that this research design can contribute to understanding the importance of PETE in school physical education.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT PEDAGOGY
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Priyanga Diloshini Ranasinghe, Subhash Pokhrel, Nana Kwame Anokye
Summary: This study summarizes the existing evidence on the economics of physical activity in low-income and middle-income countries, highlighting the economic burden of insufficient physical activity and socioeconomic correlates. Economic evaluation studies for physical activity promotion interventions are lacking in LMICs, indicating a need to prioritize setting an economic research agenda in these areas.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jingbo Zhang, Qing Li, Jinzi Zhang, Xianqi Zhao, Maomin Jiang, Xincheng Huang, Diyue Liu, Yupei Yan, Xialei Li, Jiangyun Chen, Zheng Feei Ma, Xiyue Zhang, Wai-Kit Ming, Tak-hap Wong, Guanyun Yan, Yibo Wu
Summary: This study aims to explore and compare Chinese university students' preferences for various physical activity motivation programs. The results showed that the number of bonus, exercise time, and academic rewards emerged as the three most crucial attributes of physical activity incentive programs. College students exhibited heterogeneity in their preferences for these attributes based on individual characteristics such as gender and BMI. These findings can guide the development of programs and policies aimed at motivating college students to engage in physical activities.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Thiago Sousa Matias, Julianne Fic Alves, Gislaine Terezinha Amaral Nienov, MarcusVinicius Veber Lopes, Diego Itibere Cunha Vasconcellos
Summary: This study investigated the association between clusters of obesogenic behaviors and social isolation among Brazilian adolescents. The results showed that adolescents with more positive behaviors were less likely to perceive themselves as lonely and without close connections.
Article
Sport Sciences
Saeed Valadi, John Cairney
Summary: This study aimed to validate the Canadian Assessment of Physical Literacy (CAPL) in Iranian 8- to 12-year-olds and determine the levels of physical literacy in that population. The results showed that the CAPL had good content validity and reliability, and found a significant relationship between physical literacy scores, age, and gender.
SPORT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Ashley C. Almarjawi, Kemi E. Wright, Brett D. Buist, John Cairney, Tony T. Ton, Bonnie J. Furzer
Summary: The purpose of this study is to examine the reliability of field-based fitness assessments in school-aged children with emotional or behavioral difficulties (EBD). The results show that the reliability of fitness assessments varies in children with EBD. Some assessments can be used with confidence, while others may be challenging for some children with EBD.
PEDIATRIC EXERCISE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
J. Gandrieau, C. Schnitzler, J. Cairney, R. Keegan, W. M. Roberts, L. M. Barnett, P. Bentsen, D. A. Dudley, K. W. Raymond Sum, F. Venetsanou, C. Button, S. Turcotte, F. Berrigan, M. Cloes, J. R. Rudd, V. Riga, A. Mouton, J. Vasickova, J. Blanchard, L. Mekkaoui, T. Derigny, N. Franck, R-m. Repond, M. Markovic, C. Scheuer, F. Potdevin
Summary: This study aims to develop appropriate tools for assessing physical literacy (PL) and address the current issues in PL assessment. The evaluation de la Litteratie Physique (ELIP) was developed through a Delphi method and cognitive interviews, highlighting four dimensions (physical, affective, cognitive, and social) to be assessed. However, further research is needed to determine the validity, reliability, and sensitivity of ELIP.
RESEARCH QUARTERLY FOR EXERCISE AND SPORT
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Johannes Carl, Jaime Barratt, Kelly P. P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Lisa M. M. Barnett, Dean A. A. Dudley, Peter Holler, Richard Keegan, Matthew Kwan, Raffaele Scurati, Raymond Kim-Wai Sum, Nalda Wainwright, John Cairney
Summary: This study aimed to develop an expert-based template to support researchers and practitioners in planning and reporting physical literacy interventions. A group of ten distinguished experts on physical literacy were involved in the development process, which resulted in a template consisting of 14 items covering various aspects of intervention planning and reporting.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Petra Juric, Dean A. Dudley, Peter Petocz
Summary: The study aimed to determine the effectiveness of a 12-week high intensity interval training (HIIT) intervention on the fitness and adiposity of 10- to 15-year-old students during their physical education classes. A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 207 students. The results showed a significant effect of the HIIT intervention on cardiorespiratory fitness, but the impact on body composition was inconsistent. The study is registered at the Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR) [ACTRN12622000209796].
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
History & Philosophy Of Science
Brian Moore, Dean Dudley, Stuart Woodcock
Summary: This study examined the impact of martial arts training on self-efficacy. The results showed that martial arts training can improve self-efficacy and promote mental health through physical activity. These findings suggest that martial arts training can be an effective psychosocial treatment and a complementary approach to promote mental health.
Article
Anthropology
Sara King-Dowling, Kathryn Fortnum, Daniele Chirico, Tuyen Le, Matthew Y. W. Kwan, Brian W. Timmons, John Cairney
Summary: This study confirmed the reliability of health-related fitness assessments in preschool-aged children, with standard sit and reach, grip strength, and short-term muscle power from the Wingate test proving to be reliable indicators.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HUMAN BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Dean Dudley, John Cairney
Summary: This article discusses the importance of physical literacy assessment and emphasizes the importance of content validity of assessment tools in physical education. Specifically, it addresses the content validity claims of the Canadian Assessment of Physical Literacy-Version 2 and highlights the need for greater attention to be paid to its content validity to prevent undermining pedagogical reform in physical education.
JOURNAL OF TEACHING IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Joao Mota, Joao Martins, Marcos Onofre, Dean Dudley
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Portuguese Physical Literacy Assessment (PPLA) instruments. Multiple confirmatory factor analysis and confirmatory composite analysis models were used to assess construct validity. Results showed that the measurement results in the physical, psychological, and social domains of Portuguese students were reliable and valid.
FRONTIERS IN SPORTS AND ACTIVE LIVING
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Otavio Amaral de Andrade Leao, Thayna Ramos Flores, Jaime Barratt, Andrea Damaso Bertoldi, Marlos Rodrigues Domingues, John Cairney, Ulf Ekelund, Inacio Crochemore-Silva, Gregore Iven Mielke, Pedro Curi Hallal
Summary: Physical activity has a negative association with weight-related growth indicators, and weight-related growth indicators also have a negative impact on physical activity in children under five years of age.
JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Maeghan E. James, John Cairney, Nikoleta Odorico, Tracia Finlay-Watson, Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos
Summary: This study developed and evaluated a web-based platform for parents to support the physical and social-emotional development of preschoolers. The platform was found to be acceptable and feasible, with parents indicating high satisfaction and identifying factors that may influence their engagement at home.
JOURNAL OF MOTOR LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Letter
Anthropology
Sara King-Dowling, Kathryn Fortnum, Matthew Y. W. Kwan, John Cairney
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HUMAN BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Stephanie Babij, Maeghan E. James, Scott Veldhuizen, Christine Rodriguez, David Price, Matthew Kwan, John Cairney
Summary: This study examines the impact of cumulative prenatal risk factors on the presence of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) in young children. The results show that there is a significant increase in the odds of a child having DCD when there are more prenatal risk factors. Further investigation is needed to explore the cumulative impact of multiple prenatal risk factors and their specific combinations in relation to DCD.
MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Douglas Rosa, Catherine M. Sabiston, David Kuzmocha-Wilks, John Cairney, Simon C. Darnell
Summary: This study examined the differences in experiences of stress, emotional well-being, and physical activity between international and domestic students. The results showed that international students reported lower levels of stress, emotional well-being, and engagement in physical activity compared to domestic students. Student status moderated the association between stress and physical activity.
JOURNAL OF AMERICAN COLLEGE HEALTH
(2023)