Canadian sedentary behaviour guidelines for the early years (aged 0–4 years)
The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP), with assistance from multiple partners, stakeholders, and researchers, developed the first Canadian Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for the Early Years (aged 0-4 years). These…
Systematic review of sedentary behaviour and health indicators in the early years (aged 0–4 years)
Accumulating evidence suggests that young children spend excessive time being sedentary. The purpose of this systematic review was to determine the relationship between sedentary behaviours and health indicators during the…
Active video games and health indicators in children and youth
Background: Active video games (AVGs) have gained interest as a way to increase physical activity in children and youth. The effect of AVGs on acute energy expenditure (EE) has previously…
Systematic review of physical activity and health in the early years (aged 0-4 years)
The early years represent a critical period for promoting physical activity. However, the amount of physical activity needed for healthy growth and development is not clear. Using the Grading of…
Systematic review of the health benefits of physical activity and fitness in school-aged children and youth
Background: The purpose was to: perform a systematic review of studies examining the relation between physical activity, fitness, and health in school-aged children and youth, and make recommendations based on…