Exercise Guidelines and Youth

A collection of flashcards covering key concepts regarding exercise guidelines, physical activity research, and the impact of gender and social constructs on youth participation in physical activity.

Physical Activity Guidelines for Preschoolers

Preschoolers should engage in at least 180 minutes of physical activity per day, with 60 minutes being moderate to vigorous.

Recreational Screen Time Recommendation

Preschoolers are recommended to have no more than one hour of recreational screen time per day.

Meta Analysis

A statistical analysis that combines the results of multiple scientific studies to identify patterns or effects across a larger sample.

Systematic Review

A research method that summarizes and synthesizes research findings from multiple studies in a systematic way.

Heterogeneity Statistics (I squared)

A measure used to quantify the degree of variation among study results in a meta-analysis.

Forest Plot

A graphical representation displaying the results of a meta-analysis, showing confidence intervals and estimates for each study.

Human Development Index (HDI)

A composite statistic of life expectancy, education, and per capita income indicators used to rank countries into tiers of human development.

Adherence to Movement Guidelines

The percentage of youth meeting the recommended physical activity, sleep, and screen time guidelines.

Self-Efficacy

The belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task, influential in determining engagement in physical activities.

Social Constructs

Ideas and perceptions shaped by societal influences that affect behaviors, such as engagement in sports between genders.

Barriers to Physical Activity

Factors such as social expectations, lack of role models, and gender biases that prevent individuals, particularly girls, from participating in physical activities.

Vigorous Physical Activity (VPA)

Physical activities that significantly raise the heart rate and involve high levels of exertion.