Effectiveness of movement skills intervention on body mass index and movement behavior of children

Asadi, Farangis; Bayaei Mohammadi, Seyyedeh Monireh; Bahraminejad, Mahbooba; Bahraminejad, Parastoo

doi:10.22034/jmbs.2024.454375.1203

Effectiveness of movement skills intervention on body mass index and movement behavior of children

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

farangis asadi ¹

Seyyedeh Monireh Bayaei Mohammadi ²

Mahbooba Bahraminejad ³

Parastoo Bahraminejad ⁴

¹ Master&#039;s degree, Sports Management Department, Payam Noor University, Karaj, Iran.

² Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Borujerd Branch, Islamic Azad University, Borujerd, Iran

³ Master of Science in Biomechanics, Department of Physical Education, Islamic Azad University, Boroujerd Branch, Iran.

⁴ Assistant Teacher, Social Studies Department, Education Department, Khorramabad, Iran.

10.22034/jmbs.2024.454375.1203

Abstract

Introduction and Objective: This study evaluates the effectiveness of an educational program focused on enhancing motor skills in preschool children and its impact on body mass index (BMI) and physical activity patterns over a one-year period. The primary goal is to identify the long-term effects of this intervention on improving physical health and increasing daily activities in children.

Methodology: In this controlled cluster-randomized trial, six kindergartens involving 200 children participated. Data were collected at intervals of 3, 6, and 12 months after the intervention began. Accelerometer measurements were used to accurately record the children’s physical activities.

Findings: Data analysis showed that the majority of children (90%) had at least one valid baseline assessment and one follow-up evaluation. Statistical analyses revealed significant differences in BMI and physical activity outcomes between different groups.

Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that the motor skills intervention led to significant improvements in health indices and physical activity patterns in children. These findings underscore the importance of reviewing the design of intervention programs and adopting newer approaches to enhance the health of children

Keywords

Motor rehabilitation

Body mass index

Physical activities

Child health

Educational programs

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