Changes in common activities of 3rd through 10th graders: the CHIC study

Article Abstract:

This study examines the changes in leisure activities that take place between childhood and adolescence. Results indicate that increases in sedentary activities were correlated with increasing age, but there were significant race and gender differences in activity patterns among all age groups.

Social aspects, Statistical Data Included, Usage, Longitudinal method, Demographic aspects, Surveys, Minorities, Puberty, Sex differences (Psychology), Activities of daily living

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Tracking of physical activity and aerobic power from childhood through adolescence

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to evaluate the tracking of physical activity levels (PA) and aerobic power (VO2max) in African-American (AA) and Caucasian (CA) youth as they age from 8 to 16 years. The study revealed that AA youth showed a slightly greater trend for tracking both VO(sub 2max) and PA than the Caucasian youth.

Science & research, Evaluation, African American youth, African American teenagers, Tracking (Psychology)

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Energy costs of physical activities in children and adolescents

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted which aimed at determining the energy expenditure in terms of caloric cost and metabolic equivalents of activities commonly performed by children and adolescents. The results indicated that the energy expenditure per kilogram of body mass at rest or during exercise is greater in children than adults and varies with puberty status.

United Kingdom, Children, Youth, Health aspects, Weight loss

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