Association between health-related physical fitness and body mass index status in children

In conclusion, for both sexes, a poor physical performance in the tests measuring cardiorespiratory fitness and muscular strength/ endurance was associated with the presence of overweight/obesity.

Source: Journal of Child Health Care - August 23, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Casonatto, J., Fernandes, R. A., Batista, M. B., Cyrino, E. S., Coelho-e-Silva, M. J., de Arruda, M., Vaz Ronque, E. R. Tags: Articles Source Type: research