Efficacy of a compulsory homework programme for increasing physical activity and improving nutrition in children: a cluster randomised controlled trial

Efficacy of a compulsory homework programme for increasing physical activity and improving nutrition in children: a cluster randomised controlled trial

Abstract Background Most physical activity interventions in children focus on the school setting; however, children typically engage in more sedentary activities and spend more time eating when at home. The primary aim of this cluster randomised controlled trial was to investigate the effects of a c...

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Main Authors: Scott Duncan, Tom Stewart, Julia McPhee, Robert Borotkanics, Kate Prendergast, Caryn Zinn, Kim Meredith-Jones, Rachael Taylor, Claire McLachlan, Grant Schofield
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-09-01
Series:International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity
Subjects:
Child health
Intervention
Education
Curriculum
Pedometers
Dietary assessment
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12966-019-0840-3

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