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Effects of core stabilization exercises in patients with non-specific low back pain: Huber Motion Lab versus conventional 核心稳定运动对非特异性腰痛患者的影响：胡贝尔运动实验室与传统

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2024-03-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.08

Ebru Koyuncu, Nur Tunali, S. Saka, Ertuğrul Ural, M. Yavuzer

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Adaptive changes in young football players working in a modified tactical periodization model based on the example of endurance 以耐力为例，改良战术周期模式下年轻足球运动员的适应性变化

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2024-03-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.02

Marta Szymanek-Pilarczyk, Michał Nowak, J. Wąsik

{"title":"Adaptive changes in young football players working in a modified tactical periodization model based on the example of endurance","authors":"Marta Szymanek-Pilarczyk, Michał Nowak, J. Wąsik","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.02","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Adequate endurance is a critical element of success in football, both at professional and amateur levels. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the effectiveness of training based on a modified wave (repeating) periodization model on the endurance of players aged 12–16 at the RKS Raków Academy in 2018–2022. Material and Method: The analysis involved football players aged 12 to 16 with 4–8 years of training experience, involved in a program called \"wave periodization\". Two tests were performed each year, one in June (Test A) and the other one in December (Test B). Maximal Aerobic Speed (MAS) and Velocity Intermittent Fitness Test (VIFT) indicators were measured using the Intermittent Fitness Test 30–15 by M. Buchheit. Results: Tests conducted after a 6-month training cycle in subsequent years statistically significantly increased the MAS (Z = 14.45; p < 0.001) and VIFT (Z = 13.11; p < 0.001) values. The importance of MAS (F = 206.31; p < 0.001) and VIFT (F = 209.11; p < 0.001) increased in both tests in subsequent years of training. The player’s position on the pitch does not correlate with the results of endurance tests. However, there is a relationship between players’ age and endurance. Conclusions: The training based on the wave periodization model significantly increased the endurance of the RKS Raków Częstochowa Academy players. The research shows that in each year between 2018 and 2022, the training intervention increased the tested players’ MAS and VIFT values. The tested players’ position on the pitch does not correlate with the results of endurance tests. The recorded positive correlation between age and endurance confirms the current knowledge.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140360927","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Relationship between functional movement screen scores and postural stability in football players: An asymmetrical approach 足球运动员的功能性运动筛查得分与姿势稳定性之间的关系：非对称方法

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2024-03-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.06

Yücel Makaracı, K. Nas, Kerem Gündüz, Mehmet İleri

{"title":"Relationship between functional movement screen scores and postural stability in football players: An asymmetrical approach","authors":"Yücel Makaracı, K. Nas, Kerem Gündüz, Mehmet İleri","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.06","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.06","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Unilateral preference is dominant due to the intensive use of sport-specific movements in football. However, little is known about the possible correlation between unilateral functional movement and the center of pressure-based postural performance. The main aim of this study is to examine the correlation between functional movement screen (FMS) and postural stability in football players from an asymmetrical perspective. Materials and Methods: Fifty professional football players (male n = 25; age 21.40 ± 1.94 years; female n = 25; age 21.04 ± 1.24 years) volunteered for this study. All subjects completed a FMS test consisting of seven items and postural sway measures for dominant and non-dominant sides. Spearman’s correlation and the Mann-Whitney U-test were used for statistical processing. Results: A negative correlation was found between dominant and non-dominant sides FMS in scores and postural sway parameters in both male and female groups (p < .05). Hurdle step (HS) and rotary stability (RS) proved to be strong predictors of postural stability for both groups (p < .001). No significant differences were observed between dominant and nondominant sides in FMS items and postural sway parameters in both groups (p > .05). Conclusions: The correlation of the FMS and postural sway measures may be useful to identify possible postural problems in football players. Therefore, the FMS test may be preferred by practitioners and physiotherapists.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140360423","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Benefits of Pilates exercises on functional fitness and quality of life in older men: A quasi-experimental study 普拉提运动对老年男性功能性健身和生活质量的益处：准实验研究

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2024-03-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.03

Mohammad Khazaei, Jolanta Marszalek, Reza Aminzadeh, Elham Dehghani, Bahador Azizi

{"title":"Benefits of Pilates exercises on functional fitness and quality of life in older men: A quasi-experimental study","authors":"Mohammad Khazaei, Jolanta Marszalek, Reza Aminzadeh, Elham Dehghani, Bahador Azizi","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.03","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: As age increases, declines in basic motor skills are observed in older men. Limited physical activity-based interventions, such as Pilates exercises, focus on enhancing these basic motor skills. This study aimed to identify the benefits of Pilates exercises on functional fitness and the quality of life in older men. Material and Methods: Older men were randomly assigned to either a Pilates exercises group or a control group. Balance, strength, flexibility, and agility were tested using the Senior Fitness Test (SFT). The Quality-of-Life Questionnaire (SF-36) assessed the quality of life before and after 6 weeks of Pilates exercises. Differences over time between the experimental and control groups were assessed by 2×2 (group by time) repeated-measures analysis of variance. Results: The mean scores of dynamic balance and lower body strength significantly improved post-intervention in both groups, but the level of significance was higher in the Pilates group. Flexibility, agility, and quality of life significantly improved in the Pilates group. Conclusions: Pilates exercises may improve the physical and social independence of older men. Designing appropriate protocols for Pilates exercises and doing these exercises correctly and regularly by older men may reduce their common mobility problems and limit the risk of falls that cause severe injuries in older people. However, further research is needed.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140360146","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Gait analysis of male professional boxers 男性职业拳击手的步态分析

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2024-03-01 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.01

Jacek Perliński, J. M. Bukowska, Lukasz Rydzik, Wojciech Wąsacz, Dariusz Kruczkowski, T. Ambroży, Wojciech Czarny, Jarosław Jaszczur-Nowicki

{"title":"Gait analysis of male professional boxers","authors":"Jacek Perliński, J. M. Bukowska, Lukasz Rydzik, Wojciech Wąsacz, Dariusz Kruczkowski, T. Ambroży, Wojciech Czarny, Jarosław Jaszczur-Nowicki","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.16.1.01","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Gait plays a crucial role in both daily life and sports performance. This study analyzes professional boxers’ gait, as it is essential to understand its influence on performance and injury risk. However, there is a need to comprehend the effects of boxing training on gait and the occurrence of asymmetries between limbs. Research Question: Does the gait of professional boxers exhibit significant differences between limbs, and what are the potential implications of this asymmetry? Materials and Methods: The study involved 36 professional boxers, and the Gaitway 3D Pressure treadmill was used to collect data. The analysis was performed using statistical tests with a pre-determined level of significance. Results: Significant differences were found between limbs in gait phase parameters and ground reaction forces. A longer swing phase of the right leg was observed, potentially affecting the reduction of single-limb support and right-leg propulsion. Additionally, higher ground reaction forces were noted on the left side. Conclusions: This analysis of gait in professional boxers provides valuable insights into the asymmetry between limbs, which may impact performance and injury risk. It also shows the correct characteristics of selected gait parameters. These findings are relevant for tailoring training programs, reducing injuries, and enhancing overall physical conditioning of athletes. Further-more, they can be applied in both sports and daily life for injury prevention and rehabilitation, where maintaining balance and stability are crucial in avoiding injuries and improving the quality of life.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140283194","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Medicine balls training in the sequence of complex handball training versus only handball training: effects on physical fitness in pre-adolescence female handball players 在复杂手球训练序列中进行药球训练与仅进行手球训练：对青春期前女子手球运动员体能的影响

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2023-12-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.02

Natalia Chukhlantseva

{"title":"Medicine balls training in the sequence of complex handball training versus only handball training: effects on physical fitness in pre-adolescence female handball players","authors":"Natalia Chukhlantseva","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.02","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The inclusion of the training process of pre-adolescent female athletes with additional means helps to optimize exercise influences. The study aims to estimate the influence of a 16-week program of handball training with medicine balls in comparison with a program of handball training on the physical and special training of beginner handball players. Methods: Female athletes were randomly divided into an experimental (n = 30; 11.23 ±0.41 years) and a control (n = 32; 10.99 ± 0.4 years) group. Training sessions of both groups were conducted according to the existing curriculum, but the experimental group replaced part of the usual regimen by training with medicine balls once a week. Results: Both groups improved, but more markedly in the experimental group than in the control group in the increase of leg explosive power (Δ% = 7.73, p < 0.05, d = 0.67), trunk muscle strength (Δ% = 16.9, p < 0.05, d = 0.88) and ball handling level indicators: dribbling the ball (δ% = 13.41, p < 0.05, d = 1.07), throwing the handball ball with one hand (Δ% = 28.6, p < 0.05, d = 1.6). Conclusions: A program of workouts with medicine balls enables the improvement of important components of physical performance. Inclusion of the training process of pre-adolescent female athletes with additional means helps to optimize exercise influences.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139133325","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Influence of Beta and Theta waves as predictors of simple and complex reaction times in examined groups of judo athletes during the Vienna test Beta 波和 Theta 波作为预测维也纳测试中接受检查的柔道运动员简单和复杂反应时间的指标的影响

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2023-12-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.07

Magdalena Prończuk, Tomasz Chamera, Alicja Markiel, Jerzy Markowski, Jan Pilch, Piotr Zmijewski, A. Maszczyk

{"title":"Influence of Beta and Theta waves as predictors of simple and complex reaction times in examined groups of judo athletes during the Vienna test","authors":"Magdalena Prończuk, Tomasz Chamera, Alicja Markiel, Jerzy Markowski, Jan Pilch, Piotr Zmijewski, A. Maszczyk","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.07","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.07","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: This research aimed to investigate which waves, Theta or Beta, are significant predictors of visual simple and complex reaction times during the Vienna test, using regression modeling. The research material comprised the test results of male judo athletes (n = 24), selected through mixed sampling (purposive and random). The study was conducted in two cycles, differentiated by frequency but with the same duration of EEG biofeedback sessions, in both the control and experimental groups. The first cycle of the study consisted of 15 sessions held every other day. Each training session lasted for 4 minutes. The second series of studies, which took place after a six-week break, was characterized by a higher frequency of meetings (daily), with the duration of one training session remaining the same as in the previous cycle, i.e., 4 minutes. The impact of neurofeedback training on the visual reaction speed of judo athletes was verified using selected samples from the Vienna Test System (VTS). The study revealed that athletes from the experimental group, as a result of implementing the beta1/theta protocol, statistically significantly improved their simple and complex reaction times after each training cycle. Similar changes were not observed in the control group. The results suggest that neurofeedback training may significantly improve reaction skills in a sports context. However, for a fuller understanding and confirmation of these effects, further well-controlled studies are necessary.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139135713","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The effectiveness of resistance exercises performed on stable and unstable surfaces in relation to torso activation 在稳定和不稳定表面上进行的阻力练习对躯干激活的效果

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2023-12-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.08

R. Jebavy, D. Blazek, Helena Vomackova, Jan Vavra, Jan Busta, A. Pisz, P. Stastny

{"title":"The effectiveness of resistance exercises performed on stable and unstable surfaces in relation to torso activation","authors":"R. Jebavy, D. Blazek, Helena Vomackova, Jan Vavra, Jan Busta, A. Pisz, P. Stastny","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.08","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.08","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Deep stabilization system (DSS) strength and endurance are crucial for injury prevention and athletic performance. Training surfaces can influence training outcomes; therefore, this study aimed to compare the impact of performing strength trunk exercises on unstable and stable surfaces with conventional trunk exercises. Materials and Methods: DSS and trunk stability were assessed before and after 10 weeks of three different training interventions among twenty elite futsal players. Each intervention included 25 strength training sessions. Pre- and post-tests encompassed various measurements, including diaphragm, trunk flexion, trunk back extension, hip flexion, intraabdominal pressure, side plank, pronation, and supination tests. Results: Conventional exercises showed a significant improvement only in the side plank test. In contrast, unstable and stable surface conditions exhibited notable enhancements in all tests, displaying superior trunk stability compared to conventional exercises. The stable surface condition demonstrated significantly greater improvements in the pronation and supination tests compared to the unstable surface condition. Conclusions: Except for the side plank test, dynamic conventional exercises did not yield substantial improvements in the assessed tests. Deep stabilization system training enhances trunk stability when performed on both unstable and stable surfaces, with unstable surfaces potentially yielding greater improvements in m. transversus stabilization functions.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139132589","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Association of the G>A (rs6265) polymorphism in the brain derived neurotrophic factor gene (BDNF) with post-training changes in Caucasian women 脑源性神经营养因子基因 (BDNF) 的 G>A (rs6265) 多态性与白种女性训练后变化的关系

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2023-12-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.03

K. Świtała

{"title":"Association of the G>A (rs6265) polymorphism in the brain derived neurotrophic factor gene (BDNF) with post-training changes in Caucasian women","authors":"K. Świtała","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.03","url":null,"abstract":"The brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) rs6265 (G196A; Val66Met) polymorphism has been associated with obesity and type 2 diabetes, with contradictory results involving either A or G as the risk allele. The main aim of this study was to examine whether the BDNF rs6265 polymorphism would influence the efficiency of a training program. An additional aim was to determine whether selected polymorphism can be used as a genetic marker for obesity-related parameters. We studied the genotype distribution in a group of 160 Caucasian females in whom body mass and composition parameters, lipid profile, and glucose levels were measured before and after the 12-week aerobic training program. The majority of obesity-related parameters significantly changed during the intervention (main effect of training); however, the training response was not modulated by genotype (non-significant genotype × training interactions). We also did not find an effect of genotype on selected parameters. Our study showed that the rs6265 polymorphism does not affect the efficiency of the applied training program and is not a good genetic marker for assessing the obesity-related parameters in the studied population. However, we confirmed that regular physical activity is associated with an improvement in obesity-related parameters, which is an important observation for public health.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139136968","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Effects of attending to a 12-week structured physical activity program on fitness and self-perception levels of obese primary schoolchildren 参加为期 12 周的结构化体育活动计划对肥胖小学生体能和自我认知水平的影响

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Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity Pub Date : 2023-12-31 DOI: 10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.06

Yetkin Utku Kamuk, S. Kamtsios

{"title":"Effects of attending to a 12-week structured physical activity program on fitness and self-perception levels of obese primary schoolchildren","authors":"Yetkin Utku Kamuk, S. Kamtsios","doi":"10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.06","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29359/bjhpa.15.4.06","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Childhood obesity is a major health problem especially for schoolchildren both physically and mentally. The study was conducted to assess the effects of the structured physical activity (PA) program on the physical fitness (PF) and self-perception levels of obese schoolchildren. Materials and Methods: A total of 67 students aged 9-11 were recruited and the experimental group (n = 27) was attended to exercises once per week for 60 mins for 12 weeks. Self-perception Scale for Children and PF tests were applied as pre- and post-tests. Results: 12-week PA sessions improved obese schoolchildren’s self-perception levels in general self-worth, athletic competence, and social competence subdimensions. Fitness levels were also improved. Body mass index (BMI) and body fat percentage (PBF) were affected positively and the increase in experimental group’s BMI and PBF were minimal when compared to the obese (n = 20) and non-obese controls (n = 20). Aerobic fitness and muscular endurance components were significantly improved better than obese and non-obese controls. Conclusions: It was found that attending 12-week PA sessions improved obese schoolchildren’s PF and self-perception components. As a result, it is recommended that the time allocated for PA sessions in schools should be increased and attendance of the obese schoolchildren to PA should be promoted.","PeriodicalId":43798,"journal":{"name":"Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139130534","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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