Download or read book Effects of a Multicomponent School based Intervention on Health Markers Body Composition Physical Fitness and Psychological Measures in Overweight and Obese Adolescent Females written by Jacqueline Beckham Dove and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to determine whether participation in a multicomponent school-based intervention using circuit-resistance training, dietary intervention and behavioral modification had an effect on health markers, body composition, physical fitness, and psychological measures for overweight/obese adolescent females. Forty-two overweight/obese adolescents participated in the 10-week program with assessments completed at 0, 10, and 22 weeks. Data were analyzed by ANOVA repeated measures analysis, with a level of significance set at p
Download or read book Dissertation Abstracts International written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 634 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book NSW Schools Physical Activity and Nutrition Survey SPANS 2010 written by and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The SPANS 2010 provides a comprehensive snapshot of the weight status and related behaviours of school students across NSW... The report provides valuable information for guiding policies and programs to reduce childhood obesity and promote childrens health. The information can be used directly to identify issues of concern and priorities for action."--p. 13.
Download or read book The Effects of a Multi Component School Based Intervention on the Health and Behaviors of Children written by Abigail Duffine and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Problem: Childhood obesity affects nearly 17% of children in the United States, and children living with obesity have a 40% chance of developing more than one risk factor for cardiovascular disease as adults. Interventions addressing childhood obesity are best effective in the school environment, primarily due to the immense time children spend in school. Multi-component interventions that focus on several aspects of obesity interventions, including nutrition and physical activity, have shown to be more successful in influencing the behaviors and health outcomes of children. Although key components of effective school-based interventions have been identified, the frequency, type and duration of interventions provided have been inconsistent and have led to equivocal results, limiting the reproducibility and future application of effective obesity prevention interventions. Additionally, little information is known about the comparative effectiveness of school-based interventions across different School Types, such as Public, Charter and Parochial/Religious schools. The purpose of this study was to identify how a multi-component school-based obesity intervention affected the health outcomes and behaviors of children. Methods: Students were recruited from schools of the Greater Philadelphia area for a three-year study. Thirteen schools were provided nutrition, physical activity, and wellness interventions implemented by community partners. Schools were designated as Core, Level 1, or Control Schools. Core Schools received weekly interventions; Level 1 Schools received monthly interventions; and Control Schools received no interventions. Anthropometric and health behavior assessments were collected in the Fall and Spring of each year. Food preference assessments were collected throughout the study intervention. Linear mixed modeling was used to assess the influence of Level of Intervention, Sex, School, and School Type on the anthropometric outcomes of the students. Chi-square tests of independence were utilized to assess the influence of the Level of Intervention on the students' likelihood of meeting national fruit, vegetable, and physical activity recommendations. Chi-square tests of independence were also used to assess the influence of the Level of Intervention on the students' exposure to, preference for, and willingness to try new fruits and vegetables again. Results: Six linear mixed models were built to describe the influence of the Level of Intervention, Sex, School, and School Type on either Body mass index (BMI) z-score or waist circumference. Level of Intervention was significant (p=0.037) in predicting BMI z-score in all students. School Type was a significant predictor of BMI z-score in students who were overweight and/or obese (p=0.039). School Type was also a significant predictor of waist circumference in all students (p=0.001), students at low-risk for cardio-metabolic disease (
Download or read book Evaluation of a Multi faceted School based Intervention for Adolescents who are Overweight Or Obese written by Scott Ryan McCarthy and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 2000 CDC Growth Charts for the United States written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dr Dhurandhar s Fat loss Diet written by Dr Nikhil Dhurandhar and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2018-01-10 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Motivational Interviewing in Schools written by Stephen Rollnick and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2016-09-20 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first teacher's guide to the proven counseling approach known as motivational interviewing (MI), this pragmatic book shows how to use everyday interactions with students as powerful opportunities for change. MI comprises skills and strategies that can make brief conversations about any kind of behavioral, academic, or peer-related challenge more effective. Extensive sample dialogues bring to life the "dos and don'ts" of talking to K?12 students (and their parents) in ways that promote self-directed problem solving and personal growth. The authors include the distinguished codeveloper of MI plus two former classroom teachers. User-friendly features include learning exercises and reflection questions; additional helpful resources are available at the companion website. Written for teachers, the book will be recommended and/or used in teacher workshops by school psychologists, counselors, and social workers. This book is in the Applications of Motivational Interviewing series, edited by Stephen Rollnick, William R. Miller, and Theresa B. Moyers.
Download or read book Effects of a Mentor led Exercise Intervention on Physical Self perceptions Fitness Body Composition and Physical Activity of Overweight Adolescents written by Megan Sawyer and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent decades, the prevalence of youth obesity has been on the rise (Ogden et al, 2010) highlighting the need for research evaluating interventions targeting eating behaviors and lifestyle activity. Although it is important to examine the impact of interventions on physical activity, fitness, and body composition given their relationship with physical health, it is also important to assess the impact of interventions on mental well-being. Self-perceptions, including self-esteem, are important indicators of mental well-being (Blaine et al., 2006). In fact, Biddle (2011) found poor self-perceptions to be a predominant mental health issue in overweight adolescents. Although exercise is associated with improved self-esteem, the changes in self-esteem are often not large in magnitude (Spence et al., 2005). The greatest improvements are likely to occur in those populations that would benefit the most such as overweight individuals (Lox, Ginis, & Petruzzello, 2010). In addition to exercise, mentoring programs have also had positive effects on youth self-esteem (King, 2002). Thus, exercise combined with mentoring may by an effective strategy for enhancing self-perceptions. This study evaluated the impact of a mentor-based exercise program on the self-perceptions, body composition, physical activity, and fitness level of overweight adolescents. Adolescents participated in mentor-led, weekly exercise sessions for approximately 14 weeks. The program also involved a lifestyle-coaching component through weekly behavioral challenges designed to enhance self-regulatory skills related to physical activity and healthy eating. To date, 28 participants with a mean age of 14 and a baseline BMI of 32 have participated in the mentoring intervention. An additional 12 adolescents were randomly assigned to a wait-list control condition. In addition to fitness (maximum treadmill test), physical activity (accelerometers) and body composition (DXA) assessments, participants completed a questionnaire that examined exercise specific self-perceptions, physical self-worth, and global self-esteem (Whitehead, 1995; Harter 1988) pre/post intervention and after a no treatment maintenance period. A series of 2 (condition) X 2 (time) repeated measures ANOVA's combined with effect size inspection revealed that participants in the mentoring condition showed improved aerobic fitness (d = .44) compared to the control condition, which exhibited a negative change (d = -.06). Participants in the mentoring condition showed increased moderate-vigorous intensity activity (d = .41), compared to the control group (d = .14). While BMI-Z score improvements did not differ across conditions, percent body fat change for the experimental group showed a small, positive change (d = .22), compared to the control group (d = .08). In terms of self-perceptions, mentor participants reported improved self-esteem, physical self-worth, and perceived physical condition with the effect sizes being in the moderate to large range (i.e., d = .52, .79, .82), while the control group showed minimal change (i.e., d = .11, .26, .30). However, when evaluated after a no contact follow-up period, all variables in the experimental condition had regressed toward baseline. These results suggest a mentor-based exercise intervention has a positive impact while adolescents are in the program. However the program does not seem to be effective at helping participants maintain healthy changes when the program ends.
Download or read book WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour written by and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 2020-11-20 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Healthy Weight Management in Adolescent Females written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The present study develops and examines the effectiveness of a school based intervention program for healthy weight management with adolescent females. The intervention was conducted in a high school in Greenville, South Carolina. There were 45 subjects in the intervention group and 35 subjects in the control group. All of the subjects were in the ninth grade. The intervention group consisted of primarily European American females with two African American females in the control and intervention group. An extensive literature review establishes the rationale for an intervention program based on a review of the following areas: body dissatisfaction and eating disorder symptoms, cultural and social components, obesity, dieting and exercise behaviors, nutrition, and developmental considerations. The intervention took place in a school system during physical education class for five class periods of 90 minutes for five consecutive days. The intervention was based on three aspects (a) discussion of the negative effects of dieting and other unhealthy weight loss behavior, (b) endorsement of weight management through regular exercise and nutrition, (c) development of coping skills for resisting societal pressures to be thin. Changes in body satisfaction, dieting attitudes and dieting behaviors were the variables measured at pretest, posttest, 3 weeks and 6 weeks. Data was analyzed using SPSS 8.0 repeated measures ANOVA. Data from nine subjects was rejected from both the control group and the intervention group because of missing data. Between group tests showed there were no significant differences between the control and intervention group. Within subjects tests showed a significant effect across time. Post-hoc analyses were conducted to explore this finding. While numerous studies have illustrated and documented the many problems associated with weight management in adolescent females, little has been done to intervene. This intervention may provide direction for decreasing unhealthy weight behaviors and increasing adolescent's satisfaction with their bodies
Download or read book Effects of a School based Physical Activity Intervention for Obesity and Health related Physical Fitness in Adolescents with Intellectual Disability written by Aiwei Wang and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Background: Childhood obesity accompanied by low health-related physical fitness (HRPF) is a major threat to public health, both internationally and locally. Children with intellectual disability (ID), especially adolescents, have a high risk of being overweight or obese and of having poor HRPF. More interventions, therefore, are needed to help this population attain their optimal health levels. However, few studies have examined this population, in contrast to the numerous studies designed for their typically developing (TD) peers. The purpose of this study was to design a physical activity (PA) intervention for this under-researched population and to evaluate its effectiveness on obesity-related outcomes (primary), HRPF outcomes (primary), and blood pressure (secondary) as well as its sustained effects. Methods: First, a systematic review and a meta-analysis of lifestyle intervention studies on obesity and HRPF were conducted to identify effective intervention strategies for the target population and to provide evidence for designing the PA programme. Three databases were systematically searched for studies published until May 2020. The random effects model was used to pool the weighted results with inverse variance methods, and the I2 statistic was applied to assess heterogeneity among the included studies. Second, a school-based randomised controlled trial (RCT) was implemented for 12 weeks. Participants (N = 30) aged 12–18 years were recruited and randomly allocated to either the intervention group (IG) or the waitlist control group (CG). The participants in the IG received a fun game–based moderate-to-vigorous PA (MVPA) training program (2 sessions/week, 60 minutes/session, for a total of 24 sessions). The intensity of the activities increased in a progressive manner. Participants in the CG received no treatment during the 12-week intervention period. All participants were followed up for 12 weeks afterwards to evaluate the sustaining effects of the intervention. Study outcomes included primary outcomes (obesity- and fitness-related outcomes) and a secondary outcome (blood pressure). All measurements were repeatedly taken at baseline, after intervention, and after follow-up. Analysis of variance for repeated measures was applied to detect within-group differences in the measured outcomes across three time points, whereas analysis of covariance was performed to evaluate the between-group differences. Results: The systematic review and meta-analysis revealed that PA was the predominant intervention component, as it was adopted in 27 of the 29 examined studies. Regarding HRPF outcomes, significant effects were found in the 6-minute walk test (6MWT; 51.86 m, 95% CI (16.49, 87.22), p
Download or read book Human Body Composition written by Steven Heymsfield and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2005 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2nd edition of Human Body Composition includes updated information and new chapters. The editors and 35 contributors are well respected researchers in the field of body composition science. This is one of few texts that provides comprehensive coverage of body composition research. The primary intent is to present current information on research methods. This book can serve as a textbook for those who are students or new researchers. Descriptions of various methods and background information are imparted in great detail with numerous references. New chapters address energy expenditure, animal body composition, molecular genetics and body composition as it relates to disease states of cancer, HIV, obesity and certain inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This book is recommended for students and new researchers in the field of body composition research who need to learn various methods, histories and practical applications--Publisher's description.
Download or read book Child and Adolescent Obesity written by Walter Burniat and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2006-06-01 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses the ever increasing problem of obesity in children and adolescents, the long-term health and social problems that arise from this, and approaches to prevention and management. Aimed at doctors, and all health-care professionals, it will be of interest to all those concerned with the increasing prevalence of obesity in both the developed and developing world. It covers all aspects of obesity from epidemiology and prevention to recent developments in biochemistry and genetics, and to the varied approaches to management which are influenced by social and clinical need. A foreword by William Dietz and a forward-looking 'future perspectives' conclusion by Philip James embrace an international team of authors, all with first-hand experience of the issues posed by obesity in the young. This comprehensive survey of an important and growing medical problem will help inform, influence and educate those charged with tackling this crisis.
Download or read book Rose s Strategy of Preventive Medicine written by Geoffrey Arthur Rose and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Strategy of Preventive Medicine by Geoffrey Rose, first published in 1993, remains a key text for anyone involved in preventive medicine. Rose's insights into the inextricable relationship between ill health, or deviance, in individuals and populations they come from, have transformed our whole approach to strategies for improving health. His personal and unique book, based on many years research, sets out the case that the essential determinants of the health of society are to be found in its mass characteristics. The deviant minority can only be understood when seen in its societal context, and effective prevention requires changes which involve the population as a whole. He explores the options for prevention, considering them from various viewpoints - theoretical and scientific, sociological and political, practical and ethical. The applications of his ideas are illustrated by a variety of examples ranging from heart disease to alcoholism to road accidents. His pioneering work focused on a population wide approach to the prevention of common medical and behavioral disorders has become the classic text on the subject. This reissue brings the original text to a new generation involved in preventive medicine. Kay-Tee Khaw and Michael Marmot retain the original text intact, but have added their own perspective on the work. They examine what relevance Rose's ideas might have in the era of the human genome project and other major scientific advances, they consider examples of how the theory might be applied and generalised in medicine and beyond, and discuss what implications it holds for the future. There is also an explanation of the population perspective, clarifying the often confused thinking and arguments about determinants of individual cases and determinants of population incidence. Rose's Strategy of Preventive Medicine will ensure that this seminal work continues to be read by future generations.
Download or read book The Effect of a Mentor Based Exercise Intervention on Body Mass Index Z scores Dual energy X ray Absorptiometry written by Julia Leigh Andleton and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Project MENTOR was a mentor-based exercise intervention for overweight children, ages 12-18 years. Undergraduate exercise physiology students (n=10) served as mentors to facilitate healthy lifestyle modifications through exercise based on C.A.R.E. (competence, autonomy, relatedness, and enjoyment from self-determination theory) and lifestyle coaching using cognitive-behavioral strategies. Mentors led exercise training three times a week and implemented a weekly lesson focused on self-regulatory skills and goal-setting related to healthy eating and lifestyle activity. The current study examined MENOR's [sic] impact on BMI-Z scores, DXA-total percent body fat (% BF), depression, and physical fitness levels assessed by VO2 max and total treadmill time percent change. Obese female (n=11) and male (n=12) adolescents, including Caucasian (n=13) and African American (n=10) participants were randomly assigned to two conditions: a 14 weeks intervention or wait-list control. Five additional participants completed a 22-week intervention. Participants from all conditions were assessed at baseline, after 14 weeks, and 3 months follow-up. The 28 participants had an initial BMI Z-score of 2.17 (SD=0.40) and DXA-total % BF score of 43.66% (SD=6.28), VO2 max values of 27.15 (SD=6.87) ml/kg/min along with a depression t-score of 53.53 (SD=1.79). At baseline, there were no significant differences between groups on any of the outcome variables. Repeated measures ANOVA's revealed nonsignificant time by group interactions for BMI Z-scores (p=.12) and DXA-total % BF (p=.18). Although the interaction effects were not significant, effect sizes were evaluated using Cohen d given the low statistical power associated with small sample sizes. There was minimal change in the control group's BMI Z-score and DXA-total % BF at 14-weeks and follow-up compared to baseline with Cohen d ranging from .005-.09. In comparison, both intervention groups made small to moderate improvements in BMI Z-scores and % BF at post-assessment (BMI Z-scores: d=.31 for the 22-week intervention and d=.23 for the 14-weeks; DXA-% BF: d=.63 for the 22-weeks and d=.23 for the 14 weeks). The 14-week intervention group did not maintain changes in BMI Z-scores or % BF levels at follow-up (d=.02 for BMI Z-scores and d=.04 for % BF). The 22-week intervention group, however, was able to improve their BMI Z-scores (d=.62) and % BF (d=.57) at follow-up. There was a significant interaction for VO2 max values (p=.01). Based on effect sizes, the 22-week intervention (Cohen d=.003 and .12) and control group (Cohen d=.04 and .21) showed minimal change in VO2 across the three time points; whereas the 14-weeks intervention had a large increase from pre to post-assessment (d=.89) and then decreased toward baseline at follow-up (d=.29). For depression, there was a nonsignificant group X time interaction (p= .21). Inspection of effect sizes revealed that all three groups showed a moderate decrease in depression scores from pre to post test. Whereas both the control and prolonged intervention maintained those improvements, the 14 weeks intervention did not. In summary, although both intervention groups showed some improvement across all outcome variables post intervention, only the prolonged 22-week intervention maintained improvements after a no treatment follow-up. Overall, these findings suggest that a longer treatment may yield sustained improvement or maintenance in weight related outcomes.
Download or read book Educating the Student Body written by Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2013-11-13 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Physical inactivity is a key determinant of health across the lifespan. A lack of activity increases the risk of heart disease, colon and breast cancer, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, osteoporosis, anxiety and depression and others diseases. Emerging literature has suggested that in terms of mortality, the global population health burden of physical inactivity approaches that of cigarette smoking. The prevalence and substantial disease risk associated with physical inactivity has been described as a pandemic. The prevalence, health impact, and evidence of changeability all have resulted in calls for action to increase physical activity across the lifespan. In response to the need to find ways to make physical activity a health priority for youth, the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment was formed. Its purpose was to review the current status of physical activity and physical education in the school environment, including before, during, and after school, and examine the influences of physical activity and physical education on the short and long term physical, cognitive and brain, and psychosocial health and development of children and adolescents. Educating the Student Body makes recommendations about approaches for strengthening and improving programs and policies for physical activity and physical education in the school environment. This report lays out a set of guiding principles to guide its work on these tasks. These included: recognizing the benefits of instilling life-long physical activity habits in children; the value of using systems thinking in improving physical activity and physical education in the school environment; the recognition of current disparities in opportunities and the need to achieve equity in physical activity and physical education; the importance of considering all types of school environments; the need to take into consideration the diversity of students as recommendations are developed. This report will be of interest to local and national policymakers, school officials, teachers, and the education community, researchers, professional organizations, and parents interested in physical activity, physical education, and health for school-aged children and adolescents.
