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Predictors of Meeting Physical Activity and Fruit and Vegetable Recommendations in 9-11-Year-Old Children
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Beck, Jimikaye; De Witt, Peter; McNally, Janise; Siegfried, Scott; Hill, James O; Stroebele-Benschop, Nanette – Health Education Journal, 2015
Objective: Childhood obesity represents a significant public health problem. This study examined physical activity and nutrition behaviours and attitudes of 9-11-year-olds, and factors influencing these behaviours. Design: Study participants recorded pedometer steps for 7 days and completed physical activity enjoyment, food attitudes and food…
Descriptors: Obesity, Eating Habits, Physical Activities, Public Health
The Association of Self-Reported Sleep, Weight Status, and Academic Performance in Fifth-Grade Students
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Stroebele, Nanette; McNally, Janise; Plog, Amy; Siegfried, Scott; Hill, James O. – Journal of School Health, 2013
Background: To improve support and justi?cation for health promotion efforts in schools, it is helpful to understand how students' health behaviors affect academic performance. Methods: Fifth-grade students completed an online school-administered health survey with questions regarding their eating behavior, physical activity, academic performance,…
Descriptors: Sleep, Grade 5, Elementary School Students, Academic Achievement