Effectiveness of intervention strategies exclusively targeting reductions in children’s sedentary time
A systematic review of the literature
An increasing number of interventions targeting sedentary behaviour in children have emerged in recent years. Recently published reviews included sedentary behaviour and physical activity interventions. This review critically summarizes evidence…
Physical activity in the school setting
Cognitive performance is not affected by three different types of acute exercise
Recent studies indicate that a single bout of physical exercise can have immediate positive effects on cognitive performance of children and adolescents. However, the type of exercise that affects cognitive…
Effects of one versus two bouts of moderate intensity physical activity on selective attention during a school morning in Dutch primary schoolchildren
A randomized controlled trial
Objectives: Evidence suggests that physical activity is positively related to several aspects of cognitive functioning in children, among which is selective attention. To date, no information is available on the…
More children more active
Tailored playgrounds positively affect physical activity levels amongst youth
This study investigates whether Krajicek playgrounds are associated with higher usage and intensity of PA compared to control playgrounds during playground use amongst children. Results: Krajicek playgrounds were significantly less…
(Top)sport of kinderspel?
'Exercise every day, keeps the doctor away' en 'less is more'. Meer bewegen en minder zitten, waren twee lessen uit de oratie 'Topsport of kinderspel' van Mai Chin A Paw,…
Sedentary behaviour and health in children
Evaluating the evidence
This commentary critically discusses the current evidence on the association between sedentary behaviour and cardiometabolic health in children as well as the methodologically issues that need to be addressed in…
A short physical activity break from cognitive tasks increases selective attention in primary school children aged 10-11
Importance: Evidence for an acute effect of physical activity on cognitive performance within the school setting is limited. The purpose of this study was to gain insight into acute effects…
Parents and friends both matter
Simultaneous and interactive influences of parents and friends on European schoolchildren's energy balance-related behaviours, the energy cross-sectional study
Background: The family, and parents in particular, are considered the most important influencers regarding children's energy-balance related behaviours (EBRBs). When children become older and gain more behavioural autonomy regarding different…
Economic burden of physical activity-related injuries among Dutch children aged 10-12 years (INTERN)
Physical activity-related injuries are a negative side effect of participating in physical activities and result in medical costs. Injuries in children that lead to the highest costs are injuries that…
Design of the iPlay-study
Systematic development of a physical activity-related injury prevention programme for primary school children (INTERN)
Health benefits of physical activity in children are well known. However, a drawback is the risk of physical activity-related injuries. Children are at particular risk for these injuries, because of…