Project

Effectiveness of a multi-factorial intervention to promote physical activity in preschool children

Code
01D26608
Duration
01 October 2008 → 01 October 2009
Funding
Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund
Research disciplines
  • Social sciences
    • Education curriculum
  • Medical and health sciences
    • Paediatrics and neonatology
    • Paediatrics and neonatology
    • Public health care
    • Public health sciences
    • Public health services
    • Nursing
    • Paediatrics and neonatology
Keywords
health promotion preschool children physical activity
 
Project description

Recent investigation showed the importance of physical activity in young children. In a controlled design, the effect of a multi-factorial intervention to promote physical activity in preschool children will be investigated. The intervention is directed at lowering sedentary behavior and increasing physical activity, both at home and at school.