Association of physical activity and fitness with executive function among preschoolers

Abstract It is well-documented in the literature that high levels of regular physical activity (PA), low levels of sedentary behavior (SB), and high levels of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) are associated with superior cognitive functioning, especially with regard to older populations. However, concerning other age groups (e.g., preschoolers) the available evidence documenting such a positive relationship […]

The Effect of High-Speed Power Training on Physical Frailty in Older Adults: Effect of a Visual-Guided Exercise Program in South Korean Rural Areas

Abstract Objective Exercise has been shown to be an effective intervention; the difficulty still lies in providing exercise programs to the older adults in rural areas. Terefore, this study aimed to examine the effects of a 12-week exercise program provided with visual guidelines (prerecorded video) on frailty among older adults in rural areas. Methods Fifty […]

Effects of Exercise on Physical Function and Quality of Life in Prostate Cancer Patients Receiving Androgen Deprivation Therapy: High-Intensity Interval Training versus Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training

Abstract Introduction: We assessed the effects of exercise on the physical function and health quality of life (hQoL) in prostate cancer patients underwent androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). Additionally, the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the physical function and hQoL in these patients were compared with those of moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT). Methods: Seventeen […]

Development of the Korean Firefighter Performance Battery

Abstract Objective  The Candidate Physical Capability Test (CPAT) has been used in many countries to assess the fitness levels of firefighters, but it requires a special facility with a space of at least 900 square m2 and expensive equipment. Because it can be difficult to have both money and space at smaller gas stations, we […]

Report card grades on physical activity for children and adolescents from 18 Asian countries: patterns, trends, gaps, and future

Abstract Background/Objective Physical inactivity is a persistent and worsening population health concern in Asia. Led by the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance, Global Matrix (GM) initiative provides an opportunity to explore how regional and cultural differences across 18 Asian countries relate to physical activity (PA) participation among children and adolescents. The purpose of study was […]

Global Matrix 4.0 Physical activity Report Card Grades for Children and Adolescents:Results and Analyses From 57 Countries

Abstract The Global Matrix on PA for children and adolescents is an initiative launched under the leadership of the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance (AHKGA; www.activehealthykids.org) to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the global variation in child and adolescent PA, related indicators, and key sources of influence. With guidance from the AHKGA, Report Card teams […]

Participation in sports activities before and after the outbreak of COVID-19: analysis of data from the 2020 Korea National Sports Participation Survey

Abstract The present study aimed to describe the characteristics and rate of participation in sports activities, changes in sports, and the causes of these changes before and after the COVID-19 out-break in Korea using data from the 2020 Korea National Sports Participation Survey (KNSPS). Furthermore, evidence from this study could be used as basic data […]

Physical activity among adolescent-parent dyads: 2017-2019 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys of Korean adolescents and that of their parents

Abstract This study investigated physical activity (PA) levels among adolescents and their parents in South Korea. Repeated cross-sectional data from 2017-2019 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES) were used. The KNHANES uses a complex, multi-stage probability sample design. Data included 875 Korean adolescents aged 12 to 18years and their parents. Adolescents were asked […]

Physical activity in the era of climate change and COVID-19 pandemic: Results from the South Korea’s 2022 Report Card on physical activity for children and adolescents

Abstract Background/Objective With intensifying air pollutant levels and the COVID-19 pandemic, physical inactivity of South Korean children and adolescents may be threatened. Therefore, monitoring and surveillance of physical activity (PA) and relevant indicators are important for policy making pertaining to health promotion. Report Card is a third comprehensive evaluation of PA-related behaviors among and the […]