PHYSICAL ACTIVITY - A NEAT SOLUTION TO AN IMPENDING CRISIS
Childhood obesity is arguably the most significant global public health threat, yet effective strategies to contain or prevent the disease are not available. This review examines the physical activity patterns of children and the role physical activity plays in daily energy expenditure. The prevaili...
Main Author: | Alison M. McManus |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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University of Uludag
2007-09-01
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Series: | Journal of Sports Science and Medicine |
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Online Access: | http://www.jssm.org/vol6/n3/12/v6n3-12text.php |
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