Physical fitness levels and trends of kindergarteners in Hong Kong during the COVID-19 pandemic

Physical fitness levels and trends of kindergarteners in Hong Kong during the COVID-19 pandemic

Background/objectives: The study aimed to examine the physical fitness and activity levels of kindergarteners in Hong Kong during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Methods: A total of 2052 kindergarteners (48% girls; 32.9% Grade 1, 34% Grade 2, and 33.1% Grade 3) were recruited from July 2020 t...

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Main Authors:	Ming Yu Claudia Wong, Kai-ling Ou, Wing Sum Wong, Sze Sze Hon, Pak Kwong Chung
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier 2024-07-01
Series:	Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness
Subjects:	Motor development Behavior Children Family support
Online Access:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1728869X24000194

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