Systematic review of the relationships between physical activity and health indicators in the early years (0-4 years)
Given the rapid development during the early years (0-4 years), an understanding of the health implications of physical activity is needed. The purpose of this systematic review was to examine…
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…
Is the frequency of weekly moderate-to-vigorous physical activity associated with the metabolic syndrome in Canadian adults?
Previous physical activity guidelines recommended that adults be active on most or all days of the week. Current guidelines recommend accumulating more than or equal to 150 min/week of moderate-to-vigorous…
Physical activity and sedentary behavior during the early years in Canada
A cross-sectional study
Background: Physical activity and sedentary behavior habits are established during early childhood, yet only recently has objectively measured data been available on children aged 5 years and younger. This study…
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…
Physical activity guidelines and guides for Canadians
Facts and future
This article summarizes the main findings from the papers included in this journal supplement. It consolidates the evidence currently available to inform and advance the development of physical activity guidelines…