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The effectiveness of school based interventions in promoting physical activity and fitness among children and youth: A systematic review

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this systematic review is to summarize the evidence of the effectiveness of school-based interventions in promoting physical activity and fitness in children and adolescents. Methods: Databases searched included MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycInfo, Sociological Abstracts, SportDiscus, Dissertation Abstracts, ERIC, and EMBASE from 1985 to July 2007. Search terms included school, physical activity, exercise, physical fitness, …

Authors

Dobbins M; DeCorby K; Robeson P; Husson H; Trillis D

Book title

Progress in Education

Volume

24

Pagination

pp. 111-210

Publication Date

January 1, 2011