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Direct linkSimpson, Cynthia G.; Gray, Jon P.; Waldrep, Staci; Gaus, Mark D. – Dimensions of Early Childhood, 2009
Children in the United States are less active and more overweight today than at any time in history, and there has been a dramatic increase in obesity. Obesity can lead to physical and psychological health issues. Many adults recognize the health issues that can stem from childhood obesity, but may not be aware of the clear implication of the…
Descriptors: Obesity, Physical Activities, Physical Fitness, Children
Powell, Lynda H.; Calvin, James E., III; Calvin, James E., Jr. – American Psychologist, 2007
To curb the epidemic of obesity in the United States, revised Medicare policy allows support for efficacious obesity treatments. This review summarizes the evidence from rigorous randomized trials (9 lifestyle trials, 5 drug trials, and 2 surgical trials) on the efficacy and risk-benefit profile of lifestyle, drug, and surgical interventions aimed…
Descriptors: Obesity, Physical Fitness, Human Body, Health Promotion
Conrad, C. Carson – Parks and Recreation, 1983
Facts and figures about the growth of the physical fitness phenomenon in the United States are discussed. Millions participate in physical fitness activities and programs, and billions are spent on fitness. Better leadership, facilities, and programs are available than ever before. (PP)
Descriptors: Exercise, Expenditures, Life Style, National Norms
Morrow, James R., Jr. – Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 2005
The current state of physical fitness in American youth is unknown. While evidence exists that obesity levels are increasing in children and youth, data on declines in physical fitness measures (i.e., cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal fitness) are lacking. Tracking of physical fitness components has been poorly done. Surveillance of behaviors…
Descriptors: Youth, Physical Activities, Obesity, Children
