Observational studyThe Journal of school health2022
Physical Activity at School Recess: A Key Element in Balancing Social Disparities.
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7 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Correlates of physical activity and sedentary behavior in children and adolescents during school recess: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC public health · 2025Pooled it
- Effects on Children's Physical and Mental Well-Being of a Physical-Activity-Based School Intervention Program: A Randomized Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Trial
- When and where to intervene: identifying key school segments to enhance adolescent physical activity.Frontiers in sports and active living · 2026Article
- The role of visibility as a predictor of children's location choices in outdoor school grounds across age and gender.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- BMI, Dental Caries, and Risk Factors among Elementary School Children: A Cross-Sectional Study.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Where the children play: Gender gaps in recess physical activity by age and playground area.Preventive medicine reports · 2024Article
- Influence of Body Mass Index, Physical Fitness, and Physical Activity on Energy Expenditure during Recess.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundSince children are generally not achieving desirable levels of physical activity (PA), schools can provide an opportunity to increase their active time. This study aimed to describe individual- and social-level variables associated with PA at school recess in a culturally diverse primary school.
methodsThis observational cross-sectional study included 131 children attending primary school. PA data were measured via accelerometry during school recess and analyzed in relation to data on sociodemographics, anthropometrics, and PA outside school. Data were analyzed using generalized linear modeling and logistic regression.
findingsGirls were more sedentary and engaged in less moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) than boys (p < .001), while older girls were less active than younger girls (p < .001). Also, non-Caucasian children were less sedentary (p < .001) and engaged in more MVPA (p = .007). Belonging to ethnic minorities was also associated with lower socioeconomic status, higher body mass index, and less PA outside of school and on weekends.
conclusionsGirls (especially older girls) and children from lower socioeconomic contexts should be prioritized when promoting PA. IMPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOL HEALTH POLICY: School recess can be used as an effective strategy aimed at increasing PA and reducing social inequalities.
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