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View article: Machine Learning-Mediated Analysis of Physical Literacy in Children’s Subjective Well-Being: Evidence from a Multinational Survey
Machine Learning-Mediated Analysis of Physical Literacy in Children’s Subjective Well-Being: Evidence from a Multinational Survey Open
Background/Objectives: Subjective well-being (SWB) in children is a key indicator of healthy development, influenced by physical activity and sports, with physical literacy (PL) as a potential mediator. Traditional linear models overlook n…
View article: Parent–Child Associations of Eating Habits According to Domains of Parental Physical Activity (EPI-Family Health Study)
Parent–Child Associations of Eating Habits According to Domains of Parental Physical Activity (EPI-Family Health Study) Open
Background: The family environment and physical activity (PA) levels are known to influence the eating habits of children and adolescents, but it is unclear how different domains of parental PA can affect parent–child associations with eat…
View article: Trajectories of physical activity patterns across the life course in Mexican adults: findings from the Mexico city prospective study
Trajectories of physical activity patterns across the life course in Mexican adults: findings from the Mexico city prospective study Open
Objective The present study aimed to identify factors associated with distinct trajectories of physical activity (PA) patterns in Mexican adults during a 16-year follow-up. Methods We included 9,958 adults aged 35 years or older enrolled i…
View article: Effects of Buddhist Walking Meditation, Walking Meditation or Mindful Walking on the Health of Adults and Older Adults: A Systematic Review
Effects of Buddhist Walking Meditation, Walking Meditation or Mindful Walking on the Health of Adults and Older Adults: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Physical activity is essential for good health and human well-being, yet one-third of adults worldwide fail to achieve the recommended weekly physical activity. Buddhist Walking Meditation (BWM), Walking Meditation (WM), or Min…
View article: Effects of Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport on Executive Function in Adults Diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review
Effects of Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport on Executive Function in Adults Diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review Open
The main characteristics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are associated with inattention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity. Those diagnosed with this neurodevelopmental disorder present with executive function and motor…
View article: Overview of systematic reviews on behavioral determinants of physical activity and healthy eating in schoolchildren
Overview of systematic reviews on behavioral determinants of physical activity and healthy eating in schoolchildren Open
Childhood obesity and poor dietary habits represent significant public health challenges globally. Schools provide a crucial environment for interventions promoting physical activity and healthy eating behaviors due to their extensive reac…
View article: Analyzing health inequality among adolescents in Chile: Physical activity, socioeconomics, and play environments across genders
Analyzing health inequality among adolescents in Chile: Physical activity, socioeconomics, and play environments across genders Open
Socioeconomic and environmental factors significantly influence adolescent health satisfaction, with gender-specific differences. Policies should focus on improving access to recreational spaces and addressing economic barriers, particular…
View article: Age Differences in the Relationship Between Outdoor Physical Activity and School Emotional Well-Being in Pre-Adolescents: A Stratified Correlation Analysis
Age Differences in the Relationship Between Outdoor Physical Activity and School Emotional Well-Being in Pre-Adolescents: A Stratified Correlation Analysis Open
Background/Objectives: Subjective well-being (SWB) in pre-adolescents declines with age due to rising school-related stress and boredom. Outdoor physical activity (PA) may mitigate these effects, yet age-specific associations remain unders…
View article: Gender Differences in School Stress and Academic Satisfaction in Pre-Adolescents: The Role of Physical Activity
Gender Differences in School Stress and Academic Satisfaction in Pre-Adolescents: The Role of Physical Activity Open
Background/Objectives: Gender differences in school stress and academic satisfaction among pre-adolescents remain underexplored, particularly in relation to physical activity as a potential protective factor. This study aimed to examine th…
View article: Associations between aerobic and muscle-strengthening physical activity, joint pain severity, and risk of depressive disorder among adults with arthritis: a large population-based study (Preprint)
Associations between aerobic and muscle-strengthening physical activity, joint pain severity, and risk of depressive disorder among adults with arthritis: a large population-based study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Depressive disorder is a common comorbidity among adults with arthritis, significantly affecting treatment adherence and quality of life, while physical inactivity is considered a major risk factor for depressive disorder. Alth…
View article: Gender Differences in School Stress and Academic Satisfaction in Pre-Adolescents: The Role of Physical Activity
Gender Differences in School Stress and Academic Satisfaction in Pre-Adolescents: The Role of Physical Activity Open
Background/Objectives: Gender differences in school stress and academic sat-isfaction among pre-adolescents remain underexplored, particularly in relation to physical activity as a potential protective factor. This study aimed to examine t…
View article: Machine Learning Mediated Analysis of Physical Literacy in Children’s Subjective Well Being: Evidence from a Multinational Survey
Machine Learning Mediated Analysis of Physical Literacy in Children’s Subjective Well Being: Evidence from a Multinational Survey Open
Background/Objectives: Subjective well-being (SWB) in children is a key indicator of healthy development, influenced by physical activity and sports, with physical literacy (PL) as a potential mediator. Traditional linear models overlook n…
View article: Alarming low adherence to the 24-Hour Movement Behavior in adolescents — the Cogni-Action Project
Alarming low adherence to the 24-Hour Movement Behavior in adolescents — the Cogni-Action Project Open
Background Unhealthy movement behaviors are a critical concern, particularly in developing countries and regions like Latin America. Evaluating adherence to the 24-Hour Movement Behavior (24-HMB) through a combination of objective and self…
View article: Prediction of Children’s Subjective Well-Being from Physical Activity and Sports Participation Using Machine Learning Techniques: Evidence from a Multinational Study
Prediction of Children’s Subjective Well-Being from Physical Activity and Sports Participation Using Machine Learning Techniques: Evidence from a Multinational Study Open
Background/Objectives: Traditional models like ordinary least squares (OLS) struggle to capture non-linear relationships in children’s subjective well-being (SWB), which is associated with physical activity. This study evaluated machine le…
View article: Relationship of Lifespan Physical Activity Engagement With Quality of Life in Community‐Dwelling Adults: A Retrospective Study
Relationship of Lifespan Physical Activity Engagement With Quality of Life in Community‐Dwelling Adults: A Retrospective Study Open
Background and Aims Lifelong physical activity (PA) engagement has been linked with several health benefits, such as the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. However, longitudinal studies investigating the association of lifelong PA with…
View article: Association of Prepregnancy Cardiovascular Risk Factors Clusters With Stillbirth Risk Across Racial and Ethnic Groups: A Nationwide Population‐Based Study of 31.4 Million Singleton Births and 131 047 Stillbirths
Association of Prepregnancy Cardiovascular Risk Factors Clusters With Stillbirth Risk Across Racial and Ethnic Groups: A Nationwide Population‐Based Study of 31.4 Million Singleton Births and 131 047 Stillbirths Open
Background The relationship between specific clusters of prepregnancy cardiovascular risk factors and stillbirth, particularly across racial and ethnic groups, remains understudied. We aimed to evaluate the association between 16 distinct …
View article: Effects of different modalities of combat sports on the motor skills of children and adolescents
Effects of different modalities of combat sports on the motor skills of children and adolescents Open
The practice of combat sports was effective in causing improvements in the motor skills of young.
View article: The role of physical activity and sports practice in enhancing emotional and social well-being among preadolescents: A multinational perspective
The role of physical activity and sports practice in enhancing emotional and social well-being among preadolescents: A multinational perspective Open
Purpose Physical activity and sports practice (PASP) is a recognized determinant of emotional and social well-being in children and preadolescents. However, the interplay of PASP with gender, age, and sociocultural factors remains underexp…
View article: Relationship of handgrip strength, asymmetries, and calf circumference with functional capacity in individuals with intellectual disabilities: an age group analysis
Relationship of handgrip strength, asymmetries, and calf circumference with functional capacity in individuals with intellectual disabilities: an age group analysis Open
Background Handgrip strength (HGS) and calf circumference (CC) are key health markers associated with dynapenia and autonomy in the general population. However, their association with functional capacity in individuals with intellectual di…
View article: Effects of exercise, physical activity and sports on physical fitness and body composition in children and adolescents with Down syndrome: a systematic review
Effects of exercise, physical activity and sports on physical fitness and body composition in children and adolescents with Down syndrome: a systematic review Open
The objective of this systematic review (PROSPERO: CRD42024503648) is to analyze and describe the effects of physical activity, exercise and sport interventions on fitness in children and adolescents with DS, to promote the improvement of …
View article: Parent-child association of sedentary behavior according to parental physical activity level: The EPI-FAMILY health-study
Parent-child association of sedentary behavior according to parental physical activity level: The EPI-FAMILY health-study Open
View article: Leisure-time physical activity reduces the risks of mortality associated with general and abdominal obesity in adults in Mexico
Leisure-time physical activity reduces the risks of mortality associated with general and abdominal obesity in adults in Mexico Open
Aim Obesity is one of the leading public health problems in Mexico. Therefore, we investigated whether physical activity reduced the risks of mortality associated with obesity in participants in the Mexico City Prospective Study. Methods A…
View article: The barriers perceived by Chilean athletes with disability at different social ecological levels
The barriers perceived by Chilean athletes with disability at different social ecological levels Open
People with disabilities face various barriers that hinder or prevent access to physical activity, impacting their quality of health and life. This study aimed to examine the barriers to physical activity experienced by Chilean athletes wi…
View article: Trends and Scientific Production on Isometric Training: A Bibliometric Analysis
Trends and Scientific Production on Isometric Training: A Bibliometric Analysis Open
Isometric training is a method focused on muscle strengthening without joint movement and has gained attention in recent years due to its applicability in rehabilitation and sports medicine. However, no comprehensive bibliometric analysis …
View article: Use of Preventable Risk Integrated Model on behavioral risk factors: a scoping review and bibliometric analysis
Use of Preventable Risk Integrated Model on behavioral risk factors: a scoping review and bibliometric analysis Open
Introduction Behavioral or habit-based risk factors lead to the development of non-communicable diseases, causing early deaths, disability due to these diseases, and high economic burdens on the public or private health system. The use of …
View article: Physical Inactivity Amplifies the Link Between Anxiety, Depression, and Neck Pain in Breast Cancer Survivors
Physical Inactivity Amplifies the Link Between Anxiety, Depression, and Neck Pain in Breast Cancer Survivors Open
Background and Objectives: Breast cancer can cause significant changes in both physical and mental health, leading to conditions such as low back pain, neck pain (musculoskeletal pain), anxiety, and depression. Women with this diagnosis te…
View article: Adolescents: a cross-sectional study comparison between the absence and presence of halitosis and quality of life
Adolescents: a cross-sectional study comparison between the absence and presence of halitosis and quality of life Open
Introduction: Adolescence is a development period between childhood and adulthood. the halitosis can interfere significantly in the full development of this young person, showing how necessary it is to carry out studies on the subject, esp…
View article: Sex-related differences in the associations between wishing to die, grip strength, and physical activity: An analysis in European middle-aged and older adults
Sex-related differences in the associations between wishing to die, grip strength, and physical activity: An analysis in European middle-aged and older adults Open
GS was inversely associated with WTD, particularly in women. Engaging in MPA once a week showed a greater association with less WTD for both sexes than MPA more than once a week, particularly in men.
View article: Effects of Physical Activity or Exercise on Depressive Symptoms and Self-Esteem in Older Adults: A Systematic Review
Effects of Physical Activity or Exercise on Depressive Symptoms and Self-Esteem in Older Adults: A Systematic Review Open
There is a high prevalence of depression in older adults, and it is on the rise. However, exercise or physical activity can help improve mental health conditions, specifically depression and self-esteem. Therefore, the objective of this sy…
View article: Effects of Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport on Executive Function in Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review
Effects of Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport on Executive Function in Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review Open