Refined Feasibility Testing of an 8-Week Sport and Physical Activity Intervention in a Rural Middle School

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Examines the effectiveness of an 8-week physical activity (PA) and sport program aimed at reducing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks in rural, low-income children. Discusses intervention feasibility and reports on the physiological, psychological, and PA outcomes of 35 6th and 7th grade students enrolled in the intervention.

Janette M. Watkins, Janelle M. Goss, McKenna G. Major, et al.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 21(7), 913

07/2024

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Cardiovascular disease · Children and youth · Mental health · Physical activity · Schools · Statistics and data