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ERIC Number: EJ1190636
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018-Oct
Pages: 8
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4391
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The Influence of Active Gaming on Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Black and Hispanic Youth
Flynn, Rachel M.; Staiano, Amanda E.; Beyl, Robbie; Richert, Rebekah A.; Wartella, Ellen; Calvert, Sandra L.
Journal of School Health, v88 n10 p768-775 Oct 2018
Background: Youth in the United States have low levels of cardiorespiratory fitness, a risk factor for childhood obesity. Lower levels of physical fitness for black and Hispanic youth contribute to health disparities. In this feasibility study, we examined active video games (AVGs) as a tool to improve fitness and attitudes toward physical activity during early adolescence. Method: A 6-week AVG program took place in a youth development program in a high-poverty neighborhood in New York City. Youth aged 10 to 15 years (50% overweight or obese) participated in 2 fitness tests and completed surveys that captured barriers to physical activity pre- and postintervention. Each week, participants played Wii Fit games for 30 minutes. Results: Participants improved the number of sit-ups and step-ups they completed from pre- to postintervention (p < 0.05). Participants also increased their self-efficacy, intention to exercise and perceived social support to exercise (p < 0.05). Youth reported a high level of enjoyment and perceived Wii Fit as ways to increase physical fitness and increase their physical activity. Conclusion: AVGs may be a viable alternative exercise program to increase physical activity for black and Hispanic youth living in poverty-impacted neighborhoods.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: New York (New York)
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