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Factors influencing physical activity participation among school going children
(Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, 2010)
BACKGROUND: Although the health benefits of physical activity have been proven, many children and adolescents still do not meet the recommended guidelines for sufficient physical activity. The purpose of this investigation ...
The effects of a short term physical activity intervention programme on body mass index, blood pressure, and percentage body fat among high school learners
(Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, 2009)
Introduction:
The increase in physical inactivity is thought to be one of the main risk factors for the development of diseases of lifestyle. This has highlighted the need for prevention and intervention programmes that ...