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Peer reviewedGroves, David – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1988
Excessive television viewing is associated with obesity in children because it decreases time spent on physical activity, and promotes overeating of snacks and high calorie foods. Childhood obesity demands physicians' concern because of the physical and psychological damage which follows its victims into adulthood. (IAH)
Descriptors: Children, Eating Habits, Exercise, Health Promotion
Corradini, Deedee – Our Children, 1999
Too many U.S. children are out of shape. Parents must help them learn to improve their fitness by exercising with them. The U.S. Conference of Mayors recently made physical fitness of the nation's children a primary emphasis. A sidebar presents information on how to contact local mayors to start up programs to help children improve their fitness.…
Descriptors: Child Health, Community Recreation Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Exercise
Berg, Frances M. – Obesity & Health, 1994
Presents an update on the Year 2000 objectives for the nation that establish targets in 22 priority areas. The article offers information from a study on exercise by the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, reviews Healthy People 2000 data, and lists Year 2000 physical activity and fitness objectives. (SM)
Descriptors: Body Weight, Elementary Secondary Education, Exercise, Health Behavior
