ArticleThe Journal of school health2018
The Influence of Active Gaming on Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Black and Hispanic Youth.
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- The Effect of Physical Activity and the Use of Active Video Games: Exergames in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2020Pooled it
- Can Active Video Games Improve Physical Activity in Adolescents? A Review of RCT.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2020Pooled it
- Effects of School-Based Exergaming on Urban Children's Physical Activity and Cardiorespiratory Fitness: A Quasi-Experimental Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2019Trial
- Active Video Gaming and Obesity in Children 6-12 Years Old: A Systematic Review.Journal of functional morphology and kinesiology · 2026Review
- Acute Effects of Exergaming on Students' Executive Functions and Situational Interest in Elementary Physical Education.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Article
- Technology-Based Obesity Prevention Interventions Among Hispanic Adolescents in the United States: Scoping Review.JMIR pediatrics and parenting · 2022Article
- Associations Between Children's Media Use and Language and Literacy Skills.Frontiers in psychology · 2020Article
- Effects of Active Video Games on Children's Psychosocial Beliefs and School Day Energy Expenditure.Journal of clinical medicine · 2019Article
- Acceptability of Robotic-Assisted Exercise Coaching Among Diverse Youth: Pilot Study.JMIR pediatrics and parenting · 2019Article
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Abstract
backgroundYouth in the United States have low levels of cardiorespiratory fitness, a risk factor for childhood obesity. Lower levels of physical fitness for black and Hispanic youth contribute to health disparities. In this feasibility study, we examined active video games (AVGs) as a tool to improve fitness and attitudes toward physical activity during early adolescence.
methodA 6-week AVG program took place in a youth development program in a high-poverty neighborhood in New York City. Youth aged 10 to 15 years (50% overweight or obese) participated in 2 fitness tests and completed surveys that captured barriers to physical activity pre- and postintervention. Each week, participants played Wii Fit games for 30 minutes.
resultsParticipants improved the number of sit-ups and step-ups they completed from pre- to postintervention (p < .05). Participants also increased their self-efficacy, intention to exercise and perceived social support to exercise (p < .05). Youth reported a high level of enjoyment and perceived Wii Fit as ways to increase physical fitness and increase their physical activity.
conclusionAVGs may be a viable alternative exercise program to increase physical activity for black and Hispanic youth living in poverty-impacted neighborhoods.
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