GPS suggests low physical activity in urban Hispanic school children: a proof of concept study
Conclusions:
Levels of moderate and vigorous intensity PA, measured by GPS, were extremely low in these urban Hispanic youth, possibly contributing to high rates of obesity and IR. Physical movement patterns suggest barriers to PA in play options near home, transportation to school, and in school recess time. GPS technology can objectively and accurately evaluate initiatives designed to reduce obesity and its morbidities by increasing PA.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Aaron CarrelJeffrey SledgeStephen VenturaJens EickhoffDavid Allen Source Type: research
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