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Mediators Of Weight Loss In The 'Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids' Pilot Study For Overweight Fathers, David R. Lubans, Philip J. Morgan, Clare E. Collins, Anthony D. Okely, Tracy Burrows, Robin Callister
Mediators Of Weight Loss In The 'Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids' Pilot Study For Overweight Fathers, David R. Lubans, Philip J. Morgan, Clare E. Collins, Anthony D. Okely, Tracy Burrows, Robin Callister
A. D. Okely
Background: A poor understanding of the specific lifestyle behaviors that result in weight loss has hindered the development of effective interventions. The aim of this paper was to identify potential behavioral mediators of weight loss in the Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids (HDHK) intervention for overweight fathers. Findings: The three-month intervention was evaluated in a randomized controlled trial and conducted in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. Baseline, three month (immediate post-intervention) and six month assessments were conducted. Recruitment and follow-up occurred between October 2008 and May 2009. The study sample included 53 overweight/obese men [mean (± SD) age = 40.6(± 97.1) …
Randomised Controlled Trials In Overweight Children: Practicalities And Realities, Janet Warren, R.K. Golley, Clare Collins, Anthony D. Okely, Rachel A. Jones, Philip Morgan, R.A. Perry, Louise Baur, Julie R. Steele, Anthea Magarey
Randomised Controlled Trials In Overweight Children: Practicalities And Realities, Janet Warren, R.K. Golley, Clare Collins, Anthony D. Okely, Rachel A. Jones, Philip Morgan, R.A. Perry, Louise Baur, Julie R. Steele, Anthea Magarey
A. D. Okely
AIM: To highlight and discuss the practical aspects of conducting high quality, randomised controlled trials (RCTs) with overweight and obese children and their families. CONTENT: Realistic considerations and suggestions for researchers arising from the experiences of three Australian interventions in overweight/obese children are highlighted. The practical implications of key issues arising during this type of RCT include study design, obtaining ethical approval, choice of outcome measures, recruitment, working with families, impact and process evaluation, retention strategies, managing multi-site trials and data management. CONCLUSION: Interventions for overweight children and their families are challenging. Although there were some differences in the design …
Nsw Schools Fitness And Physical Activity Survey, Michael Booth, P Macaskill, L Mclellan, P Phongsavan, Anthony D. Okely, John W. Patterson, Jan Wright, Adrian Bauman, Louise Baur
Nsw Schools Fitness And Physical Activity Survey, Michael Booth, P Macaskill, L Mclellan, P Phongsavan, Anthony D. Okely, John W. Patterson, Jan Wright, Adrian Bauman, Louise Baur
A. D. Okely
No abstract provided.
The Nutrition And Enjoyable Activity For Teen Girls (Neat Girls) Randomized Controlled Trial For Adolescent Girls From Disadvantaged Secondary Schools: Rationale, Study Protocol And Baseline Results, David R. Lubans, Philip J. Morgan, Deborah Dewar, Clare E. Collins, Ronald C. Plotnikoff, Anthony D. Okely, Marijka Batterham, Tara Finn, Robin Callister
The Nutrition And Enjoyable Activity For Teen Girls (Neat Girls) Randomized Controlled Trial For Adolescent Girls From Disadvantaged Secondary Schools: Rationale, Study Protocol And Baseline Results, David R. Lubans, Philip J. Morgan, Deborah Dewar, Clare E. Collins, Ronald C. Plotnikoff, Anthony D. Okely, Marijka Batterham, Tara Finn, Robin Callister
A. D. Okely
Background: Child and adolescent obesity predisposes individuals to an increased risk of morbidity and mortality from a range of lifestyle diseases. Although there is some evidence to suggest that rates of pediatric obesity have leveled off in recent years, this has not been the case among youth from low socioeconomic backgrounds. The purpose of this paper is to report the rationale, study design and baseline findings of a school-based obesity prevention program for low-active adolescent girls from disadvantaged secondary schools. Methods/Design: The Nutrition and Enjoyable Activity for Teen Girls (NEAT Girls) intervention will be evaluated using a group randomized controlled …
The Impact Of Child And Adolescent Obesity Treatment Interventions On Physical Activity: A Systematic Review, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Philip Morgan, Rachel A. Jones, Julie R. Steele
The Impact Of Child And Adolescent Obesity Treatment Interventions On Physical Activity: A Systematic Review, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Philip Morgan, Rachel A. Jones, Julie R. Steele
A. D. Okely
Efforts to treat obesity in childhood and adolescence would benefit from a greater understanding of evidence-based strategies to modify physical activity behaviour. A systematic review was conducted to examine the impact of child and adolescent obesity treatment interventions on physical activity. Studies included were randomized controlled trials or controlled trials, with overweight and obese youth (aged < 18 years), which reported statistical analysis of free-living physical activity at pretreatment and post-treatment. Two independent reviewers assessed each study for methodological quality. Seventeen child and three adolescent studies were retrieved, half of which were conducted in the USA. Studies were characterized by small …
Relationships Between Fundamental Movement Skills And Objectively Measured Physical Activity In Pre-School Children, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Lief Smith, Kim Mckeen
Relationships Between Fundamental Movement Skills And Objectively Measured Physical Activity In Pre-School Children, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Lief Smith, Kim Mckeen
A. D. Okely
Gender differences in cross-sectional relationships between fundamental movement skill (FMS) subdomains (locomotor skills, object-control skills) and physical activity were examined in preschool children. Forty-six 3- to 5-year-olds (25 boys) had their FMS video assessed (Test of Gross Motor Development II) and their physical activity objectively monitored (Actigraph 7164 accelerometers). Among boys, object-control skills were associated with physical activity and explained 16.9% (p = .024) and 13.7% (p = .049) of the variance in percent of time in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and total physical activity, respectively, after controlling for age, SES and z-BMI. Locomotor skills were inversely associated with physical …
A School-Based Intervention To Promote Physical Activity Among Adolescent Girls: Rationale, Design, And Baseline Data From The Girls In Sport Group Randomised Controlled Trial, Anthony D. Okely, Wayne G. Cotton, David R. Lubans, Philip J. Morgan, Lauren M. Puglisi, Judy Miller, Jan Wright, Marijka Batterham, Louisa Peralta, Janine Perry
A School-Based Intervention To Promote Physical Activity Among Adolescent Girls: Rationale, Design, And Baseline Data From The Girls In Sport Group Randomised Controlled Trial, Anthony D. Okely, Wayne G. Cotton, David R. Lubans, Philip J. Morgan, Lauren M. Puglisi, Judy Miller, Jan Wright, Marijka Batterham, Louisa Peralta, Janine Perry
A. D. Okely
Background: Physical activity levels decline markedly among girls during adolescence. School-based interventions that are multi-component in nature, simultaneously targeting curricular, school environment and policy, and community links, are a promising approach for promoting physical activity. This report describes the rationale, design and baseline data from the Girls in Sport group randomised trial, which aims to prevent the decline in moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity (MVPA) among adolescent girls. Methods/design: A community-based participatory research approach and action learning framework are used with measurements at baseline and 18-month follow-up. Within each intervention school, a committee develops an action plan aimed at meeting the …
Directives Canadiennes En Matière D'Activité Physique Pour La Petite Enfance (Enfants Âgés De 0 À 4 Ans), Mark S. Tremblay, Allana G. Leblanc, Valerie Carson, Louise Choquette, Sarah Connor Gorber, Carrie Dillman, Mary Duggan, Mary Jane Gordon, Audrey Hicks, Ian Janssen, Michelle E. Kho, Amy E. Latimer-Cheung, Claire Leblanc, Kelly Murumets, Anthony D. Okely, John J. Reilly, John C. Spence, Jodie A. Stearns, Brian W. Timmons
Directives Canadiennes En Matière D'Activité Physique Pour La Petite Enfance (Enfants Âgés De 0 À 4 Ans), Mark S. Tremblay, Allana G. Leblanc, Valerie Carson, Louise Choquette, Sarah Connor Gorber, Carrie Dillman, Mary Duggan, Mary Jane Gordon, Audrey Hicks, Ian Janssen, Michelle E. Kho, Amy E. Latimer-Cheung, Claire Leblanc, Kelly Murumets, Anthony D. Okely, John J. Reilly, John C. Spence, Jodie A. Stearns, Brian W. Timmons
A. D. Okely
La Société canadienne de physiologie de l’exercice (SCPE) en collaboration avec plusieurs partenaires, parties prenantes et chercheurs a élaboré de nouvelles Directives canadiennes en matière d’activité physique pour la petite enfance (enfants âgés de 0 à 4 ans). Ces directives nationales répondent à une demande pressante des praticiens en santé publique, en soins de santé, en pédiatrie et en condition physique désireux de promouvoir une vie active saine dès les premières années de la vie. L’élaboration complète des directives a respecté la Grille II d’évaluation de la qualité des recommandations pour la pratique clinique (AGREE) et la qualité des données …
Associations Between Insulin And Glucose Concentrations And Anthropometric Measures Of Fat Mass In Australian Adolescents, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Christopher T. Cowell, Anthony D. Okely, Louise L. Hardy, Robert Aitken, Timothy Dobbins
Associations Between Insulin And Glucose Concentrations And Anthropometric Measures Of Fat Mass In Australian Adolescents, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Christopher T. Cowell, Anthony D. Okely, Louise L. Hardy, Robert Aitken, Timothy Dobbins
A. D. Okely
Background One of the most serious, yet common co-morbidities of obesity is insulin resistance, which if untreated may progress to type 2 diabetes. This paper describes the insulin and glucose concentration distributions, the prevalence of elevated insulin, the associations between insulin and body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) and fat mass index in a representative sample of Australian adolescents. Methods Cross-sectional population-based study of adolescent boys and girls (N = 496, mean age 15.3 years) attending schools in metropolitan Sydney, Australia. Fasting venous blood collected and analysed for insulin and glucose concentrations. Height, weight, waist circumference measured, …
The Hikcups Trial: A Multi-Site Randomized Controlled Trial Of A Combined Physical Activity Skill-Development And Dietary Modification Program In Overweight And Obese Children, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Clare E. Collins, Philip J. Morgan, Julie R. Steele, Janet M. Warren, Louise A. Baur, Dylan P. Cliff, Tracy Burrows, Jane Cleary
The Hikcups Trial: A Multi-Site Randomized Controlled Trial Of A Combined Physical Activity Skill-Development And Dietary Modification Program In Overweight And Obese Children, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Clare E. Collins, Philip J. Morgan, Julie R. Steele, Janet M. Warren, Louise A. Baur, Dylan P. Cliff, Tracy Burrows, Jane Cleary
A. D. Okely
BACKGROUND: Childhood obesity is one of the most pressing health issues of our time. Key health organizations have recommended research be conducted on the effectiveness of well-designed interventions to combat childhood obesity that can be translated into a variety of settings. This paper describes the design and methods used in the Hunter Illawarra Kids Challenge Using Parent Support (HIKCUPS) trial, an ongoing multi-site randomized controlled trial, in overweight/obese children comparing the efficacy of three interventions: 1) a parent-centered dietary modification program; 2) a child-centered physical activity skill-development program; and 3) a program combining both 1 and 2 above. METHODS/DESIGN: Each …
Relationship Between Plantar Pressures, Physical Activity And Sedentariness Among Preschool Children, Karen J. Mickle, Dylan P. Cliff, Bridget J. Munro, Anthony D. Okely, Julie R. Steele
Relationship Between Plantar Pressures, Physical Activity And Sedentariness Among Preschool Children, Karen J. Mickle, Dylan P. Cliff, Bridget J. Munro, Anthony D. Okely, Julie R. Steele
A. D. Okely
It has been speculated that high plantar pressures might cause foot pain and discomfort which, in turn, may discourage children from being physically active and result in them spending more time in sedentary activities. The purpose of this study was to determine whether plantar pressure distributions generated by preschool children were correlated with objectively measured time spent in physical activity and sedentary behaviour. Dynamic plantar pressures were measured for 33 preschool children (age = 4.3±0.6 years; height = 1.06±0.1 m; mass = 18.4±2.9 kg; 17 boys) as they walked across an emed AT-4 pressure platform. Physical activity was objectively assessed …
Correlates Of Sedentary Behaviours In Preschool Children: A Review, Trina Hinkley, Jo Salmon, Anthony D. Okely, Stewart G. Trost
Correlates Of Sedentary Behaviours In Preschool Children: A Review, Trina Hinkley, Jo Salmon, Anthony D. Okely, Stewart G. Trost
A. D. Okely
Background: Sedentary behaviour has been linked with a number of health outcomes. Preschool-aged children spend significant proportions of their day engaged in sedentary behaviours. Research into the correlates of sedentary behaviours in the preschool population is an emerging field, with most research being published since 2002. Reviews on correlates of sedentary behaviours which include preschool children have previously been published; however, none have reported results specific to the preschool population. This paper reviews articles reporting on correlates of sedentary behaviour in preschool children published between 1993 and 2009. Methods: A literature search was undertaken to identify articles which examined correlates …
Descriptive Epidemiology Of Small Screen Recreation Among Australian Adolescents, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy A. Dobbins, Elizabeth A. Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely, Michael L. Booth
Descriptive Epidemiology Of Small Screen Recreation Among Australian Adolescents, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy A. Dobbins, Elizabeth A. Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely, Michael L. Booth
A. D. Okely
Aim: To describe the epidemiology of small screen recreation (SSR) that is: television, computer, video, and DVD use among school students aged 11–15 years in New South Wales, Australia. Methods: Cross-sectional representative population survey (n = 2750) of 45 primary and 48 secondary schools in rural and urban areas. Self-reported time spent in SSR was categorised according to national guidelines into less than 2 h per day (low users) or 2 or more hours per day (high users). Results: Of primary and secondary school students, 53% and 72%, respectively, were high users of SSR. Boys spent significantly more time in …
Relationships Between Child, Parent And Community Characteristics And Weight Status Among Young Children, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Peter Caputi, Dylan P. Cliff
Relationships Between Child, Parent And Community Characteristics And Weight Status Among Young Children, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Peter Caputi, Dylan P. Cliff
A. D. Okely
Objective. To examine the relationship between weight status and child, parent and community characteristics among young boys and girls. Methods. Cross-sectional data were collected from 1 299 5-7-year-old children and their parents from 20 government primary schools in New South Wales, Australia. Measures included parental report of time spent in physical and sedentary activities, time spent with parents, parental working hours, parental perceptions of their child's physical competence and children's actual physical competence. Results. Overweight boys spent more time watching television (p = 0.001 for weekday) and in quiet play (p = 0.007 for weekdays and p = 0.006 for …
A Hitchhiker's Guide To Assessing Young People's Physical Activity: Deciding What Method To Use, James Dollman, Anthony D. Okely, Louise L. Hardy, Anna Timperio, Jo Salmon, Andrew P. Hills
A Hitchhiker's Guide To Assessing Young People's Physical Activity: Deciding What Method To Use, James Dollman, Anthony D. Okely, Louise L. Hardy, Anna Timperio, Jo Salmon, Andrew P. Hills
A. D. Okely
Researchers and practitioners interested in assessing physical activity in children are often faced with the dilemma of what instrument to use. While there is a plethora of physical activity instruments to choose from, there is currently no guide regarding the suitability of common assessment instruments. The purpose of this paper is to provide a user's guide for selecting physical activity assessment instruments appropriate for use with children and adolescents. While recommendations regarding specific instruments are not provided, the guide offers information about key attributes and considerations for the use of eight physical activity assessment approaches: heart rate monitoring; accelerometry; pedometry; …
Preschool Children And Physical Activity: A Review Of Correlates, Jo Salmon, David Crawford, Anthony D. Okely, Trina Hinkley, Kylie Hesketh
Preschool Children And Physical Activity: A Review Of Correlates, Jo Salmon, David Crawford, Anthony D. Okely, Trina Hinkley, Kylie Hesketh
A. D. Okely
Research into correlates of preschool children’s physical activity was first reported in 1980; two thirds of the existing literature in this area has been published since 2001. Although reviews of the correlates of the physical activity behaviors of older youth have been published, none have focused on the correlates of these behaviors in the preschool population.
Physical Activity Among Adolescents In New South Wales (Australia): 1997 And 2004, Louise L. Hardy, Michael L. Booth, Timothy A. Dobbins, Anthony D. Okely
Physical Activity Among Adolescents In New South Wales (Australia): 1997 And 2004, Louise L. Hardy, Michael L. Booth, Timothy A. Dobbins, Anthony D. Okely
A. D. Okely
Purpose: To examine secular trends, seasonal and socioeconomic differences in physical activity participation among Australian adolescents in 1997 and 2004. Methods: Repeat cross-sectional school survey, conducted in 1997 and 2004. School students were randomly selected from grades 8 and 10 in New South Wales Australia (1997, N = 2026; 2004 N = 1771). Time spent in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) was assessed by self-reported participation in organized and nonorganized physical activity separately for summer and winter by sex, grade, and socioeconomic status (SES). Results: Between survey periods, the proportion of students reporting ≥ 60 mind-1 of MVPA increased, except among …
Sedentariness, Small-Screen Recreation, And Fitness In Youth, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy A. Dobbins, Elizabeth A. Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely, Michael L. Booth
Sedentariness, Small-Screen Recreation, And Fitness In Youth, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy A. Dobbins, Elizabeth A. Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely, Michael L. Booth
A. D. Okely
Background: There are concerns that sedentariness among young people has increased and that this may be detrimental to their health. The purpose of this study was to examine the association between sedentary activities, including small-screen recreation (SSR: watching TV/DVDs/videos, recreational computer use) and cardiorespiratory endurance (CRE) in children aged 11–15 years. Methods: A cross-sectional representative population survey was taken of New South Wales (Australia)school students in Grades 6, 8, and 10 (N=2750) in 2004. Sedentary activities and SSR were measured by a self-report questionnaire. CRE was determined by the 20-meter multi-stage shuttle run test. The optimal cut point for time …
Relationships Between Weight Status And Child, Parent And Community Characteristics In Preschool Children, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Parri Gregory, Dylan P. Cliff
Relationships Between Weight Status And Child, Parent And Community Characteristics In Preschool Children, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Parri Gregory, Dylan P. Cliff
A. D. Okely
Objective: To examine, using an Ecological Systems Theoretical framework, relationships between weight status and child, parent and community characteristics and risk factors among preschool children. Methods: Cross sectional data collected from 140 children and their parents from 11 randomly selected preschools. Outcome variables included: motor development; perceived competence; objectively measured physical activity; time spent in active and quiet play; location and number of televisions; parental rules around physical activity and time spent watching television; availability of sport and physical activity programs; parks and open spaces and access to footpaths. Results: Overweight children spent more time in quiet play and watching …
Promoting Physical Activity Among Children And Adolescents: The Strengths And Limitations Of School-Based Approaches, Michael Booth, Anthony Okely
Promoting Physical Activity Among Children And Adolescents: The Strengths And Limitations Of School-Based Approaches, Michael Booth, Anthony Okely
A. D. Okely
Paediatric overweight and obesity is recognised as one of Australia's most significant health problems and effective approaches to increasing physical activity and reducing energy consumption are being sought urgently. Every potential approach and setting should be subjected to critical review in an attempt to maximise the impact of policy and program initiatives. This paper identifies the strengths and limitations of schools as a setting for promoting physical activity. The strengths are: most children and adolescents attend school; most young people are likely to see teachers as credible sources of information; schools provide access to the facilities, infrastructure and support required …
Efficacy Of Interventions To Improve Motor Development In Young Children: A Systematic Review, Annaleise M. Riethmuller, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely
Efficacy Of Interventions To Improve Motor Development In Young Children: A Systematic Review, Annaleise M. Riethmuller, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely
A. D. Okely
OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to systematically review evidence from controlled trials on the efficacy of motor development interventions in young children. METHODS: A literature search of interventions was conducted of 14 electronic databases. Three reviewers independently evaluated studies to determine whether they met the inclusion criteria. Studies were compared on 5 components: design, methodologic quality, intervention components, efficacy, and alignment with the Consolidated Standard of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) and Transparent Reporting of Evaluation with Nonrandomized Designs (TREND) statements. RESULTS: Seventeen studies met the inclusion criteria. More than half (65%) were controlled trials and delivered at child care …
Trends In The Prevalence Of Overweight And Obesity Among Young Australians, 1985, 1997 And 2004, Michael Booth, Timothy Dobbins, Anthony D. Okely, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Louise L. Hardy
Trends In The Prevalence Of Overweight And Obesity Among Young Australians, 1985, 1997 And 2004, Michael Booth, Timothy Dobbins, Anthony D. Okely, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Louise L. Hardy
A. D. Okely
Objective: To determine secular trends in overweight/obesity among 7- to 15-year-olds for the periods 1985, 1997, and 2004. Research Method and Procedures: Data from representative surveys conducted in New South Wales, Australia, in 1985, 1997, and 2004 were analyzed. Height and weight were measured, and BMI categories were created using International Obesity Task Force definitions. Students were grouped as Grades 2 + 4 + 6 and 8 + 10. Results: The prevalences of overweight/obesity for 1985, 1997, and 2004 were 10.9%, 20.6%, and 25.7% among the younger boys and 10.6%, 19.5%, and 26.1% among the older boys. The average annual …
Perceived And Actual Competence Among Overweight And Non-Overweight Children, Peter Caputi, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Dylan P. Cliff
Perceived And Actual Competence Among Overweight And Non-Overweight Children, Peter Caputi, Rachel A. Jones, Anthony D. Okely, Dylan P. Cliff
A. D. Okely
Child overweight and obesity continues to be a global public health concern. The aim of this study was to investigate whether children's actual and perceived physical competence and parental perception's of their child's competence differ by weight status. Understanding these differences is important because physical activity levels are significantly lower among overweight children than their lean counterparts and children's motivation to participate in physical activity is influenced by their perceived and actual competence and their parents perceptions of their competence. Cross-sectional data were collected from 1414 9- and 11-year-old children and their parents from 20 primary schools in New South …
Influences On Consumption Of Soft Drinks And Fast Foods In Adolescents, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely, Louise Hardy, David Crawford, Timothy Dobbins
Influences On Consumption Of Soft Drinks And Fast Foods In Adolescents, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely, Louise Hardy, David Crawford, Timothy Dobbins
A. D. Okely
Soft drink and fast food are energy dense foodstuffs that are heavily marketed to adolescents, and are likely to be important in terms of risk of obesity. This study sought to examine the influences on soft drink and fast food consumption among adolescents as part of a cross-sectional survey of 2,719 adolescents (aged 11-16) from 93 randomly selected schools in New South Wales, Australia. Students provided information on soft drink and fast food consumption, and responded to statements examining influences over consumption. Over half of the boys and more than one third of the girls reported drinking soft drink daily, …
Engaging Adolescent Girls From Linguistically Diverse And Low Income Backgrounds In School Sport: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial, Dean A. Dudley, Anthony D. Okely, Philip Pearson, Jennifer Peat
Engaging Adolescent Girls From Linguistically Diverse And Low Income Backgrounds In School Sport: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial, Dean A. Dudley, Anthony D. Okely, Philip Pearson, Jennifer Peat
A. D. Okely
The purpose of this study was to determine the feasibility, acceptability, and potential efficacy of a school-based physical activity program delivered during school sport time among adolescent girls from low income predominately linguistically diverse backgrounds in New South Wales, Australia. Using a 3-month, 2-arm, parallel-group pilot RCT design, 38 adolescent girls (Year 11) were recruited to participate in the program and randomised into intervention (n = 17) or control groups (n = 21). The intervention program aimed to increase physical activity by improving enjoyment, physical self-perception and perceived competence. Baseline and follow-up (12 weeks) assessments included enjoyment of physical activity, …
Relationships Between Fundamental Movement Skills And Objectively Measured Physical Activity In Preschool Children, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Lief M. Smith, Kim Mckeen
Relationships Between Fundamental Movement Skills And Objectively Measured Physical Activity In Preschool Children, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Lief M. Smith, Kim Mckeen
A. D. Okely
Gender differences in cross-sectional relationships between fundamental movement skill (FMS) subdomains (locomotor skills, object-control skills) and physical activity were examined in preschool children. Forty-six 3- to 5-year-olds (25 boys) had their FMS video assessed (Test of Gross Motor Development II) and their physical activity objectively monitored (Actigraph 7164 accelerometers). Among boys, object-control skills were associated with physical activity and explained 16.9% (p = .024) and 13.7% (p = .049) of the variance in percent of time in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and total physical activity, respectively, after controlling for age, SES and z-BMI. Locomotor skills were inversely associated with physical …
Changes In Physical Activity Participation From 1985 To 2004 In A Statewide Survey Of Australian Adolescents, Anthony D. Okely, Michael Booth, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy Dobbins, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson
Changes In Physical Activity Participation From 1985 To 2004 In A Statewide Survey Of Australian Adolescents, Anthony D. Okely, Michael Booth, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy Dobbins, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson
A. D. Okely
Objective: To examine changes in physical activity during a 19-year period between 2 representative cohorts of adolescents from New South Wales, Australia. Design: Repeat cross-sectional study. Setting: Randomly selected secondary schools fromNew South Wales, the most populous state in Australia. Participants: One thousand fifty-five adolescents surveyed in May through October 1985 (with the Australian Health and Fitness Survey) and 1226 adolescents surveyed in March through April 2004 (with the New South Wales Schools Physical Activity and Nutrition Survey). Participants were aged 12 to 15 years. Main Outcome Measures: The proportion meeting current guidelines for physical activity (60 min/d of moderate …
Proficiency Deficiency: Mastery Of Fundamental Movement Skills And Skill Components In Overweight And Obese Children, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Philip J. Morgan, Rachel A. Jones, Julie R. Steele, Louise A. Baur
Proficiency Deficiency: Mastery Of Fundamental Movement Skills And Skill Components In Overweight And Obese Children, Dylan P. Cliff, Anthony D. Okely, Philip J. Morgan, Rachel A. Jones, Julie R. Steele, Louise A. Baur
A. D. Okely
No abstract provided.
Barriers To Increasing Physical Activity And Limiting Small Screen Recreation Among Obese Children, Lauren M. Puglisi, Anthony D. Okely, Philip J. Pearson, Wilhelmina J. Vialle
Barriers To Increasing Physical Activity And Limiting Small Screen Recreation Among Obese Children, Lauren M. Puglisi, Anthony D. Okely, Philip J. Pearson, Wilhelmina J. Vialle
A. D. Okely
Objective: To investigate the barriers to increasing physical activity and limiting small screen recreation time among obese children. Design: Qualitative study using a case study design incorporating focus groups and interviews with parents and pair interviews with children. Participants: Nine obese children (age range 5—12 years) and their parents. Methods: Parents participated in focus groups followed by individual interviews to explain their perceptions of the barriers their child faced in spending more time participating in physical activity and less time in small screen recreation. Children took part in pair interviews to identify their barriers. Parents and children also discussed strategies …
Sedentary Behaviours Among Australian Adolescents, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy Dobbins, Michael L. Booth, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely
Sedentary Behaviours Among Australian Adolescents, Louise L. Hardy, Timothy Dobbins, Michael L. Booth, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Anthony D. Okely
A. D. Okely
Objective: To describe the prevalence and distribution (by demographic characteristics and body mass index [BMI] category) of sedentary behaviour among Australian adolescents aged 11-15 years. Method: Cross-sectional representative population survey of school students (n=2,750) in New South Wales, conducted in 2004. Students’ self-reported time spent during a usual week in five categories of sedentary behaviour (small screen recreation [SSR], education, cultural, social and non-active travel). Height and weight were measured.