Physical inactivity is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. It’s also associated with chronic illness and disability. Recent research estimates that the world could see close to half a billion ...
Recent advances in the fields of physical activity and education for children with visual impairments have underscored the importance of tailored interventions that promote not only physical ...
In primary schools, the most popular school-based physical activity intervention is The Daily Mile, which involves 15 minutes ...
Lack of exercise among adolescents affects more than just their physical condition. It turns out that the problem is complex, ...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can impact many common childhood milestones and cognitive processes, such as decision-making, inhibitory control, language development, and goal-setting.
Asthma is one of the most common chronic respiratory diseases among children, affecting nearly 475 million globally. For decades, exercise was discouraged due to the risk of triggering wheezing and ...
Gymnast Jordyn Wieber and swimmer Ryan Lochte, 2012 Olympic athletes, have been getting physical exercise for most of their lives. But do most kids have the same opportunities as Jordyn and Ryan? In ...
ADHD is associated with impulsivity, hyperactivity, and trouble with focus, but kids with ADHD may also struggle with motor ...
As the 2023-24 school year begins, it is important to recognize that the impact of the pandemic continues to play out throughout our society, particularly among our youth. Scores in math and reading ...
We’ve stepped into a new year, which for many people means new resolutions. And this story was supposed to tackle a big one: the best exercise people can do to be healthy. There’s just one small ...