This review aims to summarize the latest developments with regard to physical fitness and
several health outcomes in young people. The literature reviewed suggests that (1) …

Background Accelerometers are widely used to measure sedentary time, physical activity,
physical activity energy expenditure (PAEE), and sleep-related behaviors, with the …

The objective of the present systematic review was to investigate whether physical fitness in
childhood and adolescence is a predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors …

Objectives To describe new WHO 2020 guidelines on physical activity and sedentary
behaviour. Methods The guidelines were developed in accordance with WHO protocols. An …

Background Evidence suggests that participation in physical activity may support young
people's current and future mental health. Although previous reviews have examined the …

The prevalence of obesity has increased worldwide over the past few decades. In 2013, the
prevalence of obesity exceeded the 50% of the adult population in some countries from …

The present study summarises the work developed by the ALPHA (Assessing Levels of
Physical Activity) study and describes the procedures followed to select the tests included in …

Abstract Background The World Health Organization (WHO) released in 2020 updated
global guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour for children, adolescents …

Objectives To explore the extent to which muscular strength in adolescence is associated
with all cause and cause specific premature mortality (< 55 years). Design Prospective …

The objective of this systematic review was to comprehensively study the criterion-related
validity of the existing field-based fitness tests used in children and adolescents. The studies …