A5035843065- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Physical Education and Pedagogy
- Children's Physical and Motor Development
- Sports Performance and Training
- Sports and Physical Education Research
- Physical Activity and Health
- Sports injuries and prevention
- Sport and Mega-Event Impacts
- Inclusion and Disability in Education and Sport
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports
- Recreation, Leisure, Wilderness Management
- Body Composition Measurement Techniques
- Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise
- Health and Lifestyle Studies
- Physical Education and Gymnastics
- Tourism, Volunteerism, and Development
- Diet and metabolism studies
- Physical Education and Training Studies
- Sports and Physical Education Studies
- Science and Education Research
- Child Development and Digital Technology
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies
- Hospitality and Tourism Education
Community Foundation
2018-2024
National University Hospital
2024
Education University of Hong Kong
2003-2018
UPMC McKeesport
2011-2018
Lithuanian Sports University
2018
University of Northern Iowa
2007-2012
University of Southern California
1999
Hong Kong Footwear Federation
1992-1995
Chinese University of Hong Kong
1993
Despite the global impact of COVID-19, studies comparing effects COVID-19 on population mental health across countries are sparse. This study aimed to compare anxiety and depression symptoms during lockdown among adults from 11 examine their associations with country-level factors personal exposure. A cross-sectional survey was conducted (≥18 years) in (Brazil, Bulgaria, China, India, Ireland, North Macedonia, Malaysia, Singapore, Spain, Turkey, United States). Mental (anxiety, depression,...
During the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, physical activity (PA) behaviors were altered worldwide due to public health measures such as “lockdown.” This study described PA among adults residing in 11 countries during COVID-19 lockdown and examined factors associated with engagement. We conducted a cross-sectional anonymous survey (≥18 years old) (Brazil, Bulgaria, China, India, Ireland, Malaysia, North Macedonia, Singapore, Spain, Turkey, United States). Of 11,775 participants, 63.7%...
There is a scarcity of descriptive data on the performance capacity elite badminton players, whose fitness requirements are quite specific. The purpose this paper to investigate physiological response players in sport-specific test. Twelve Hong Kong national team performed field test court. Six light bulbs were connected programming device causing individual up given sequence. instructed react flashes by running towards them, and striking shuttles mounted vicinity bulbs. Exercise intensity...
The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness Brain Breaks® Physical Activity Solutions in changing attitudes toward physical activity school children a community Poland. In 2015, sample 326 pupils aged 9–11 years old from 19 classes at three selected primary schools were randomly assigned control and experimental groups within study. During classes, group performed activities two times per day five minutes using videos for four months, while did not use during test period....
Classroom-based physical activity (PA) interventions have received considerable attention due to improvements seen in academic achievement, classroom behaviors, and attitude toward PA. The purpose of this study was evaluate the effectiveness Brain Breaks® Physical Activity Solutions changing children’s attitudes Students (N = 3036) aged 8–11 years from schools Croatia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, South Africa, Turkey were randomly assigned either a control or an...
Abstract During COVID-19 pandemic, quality of living was impacted by social isolation, loneliness, and altered sleep habits. The aims this study were (1) to examine the relationship between physical activity (PA) levels with insomnia loneliness among adults during Spain’s first wave lockdown its impact on women (2) digital technologic resources used support both PA other recreational activities in women. A cross-sectional design used. An anonymous 15-min online survey conducted Spain (≥ 18...
Most physiological profiles of élite soccer players originate from Western Europe and North America. Unfortunately, there is a scarcity descriptive data on the physical characteristics Asian players. Therefore, purpose this study was to evaluate in Hong Kong. It conducted conjunction with selection Kong team before 1990 Beijing Games. In all, 24 professional were selected pool 180 as subjects for study. The following means(s.d.) observed: height 173.4(4.6) cm; weight 67.7(5.0) kg; body fat...
The purpose of this study was to explore the effects Brain Break® activities on interest and motivation for physical activity among schoolchildren contribution such learning health holistic development. sample comprised 283 participants, primary school students from 3rd 5th grades two public schools in Republic Macedonia. Six experimental six control groups were included study. Interventions classroom settings-based video exercises introduced group during a period three months. Students'...
El objetivo del estudio fue explorar los efectos de sesiones ejercicio en video sobre cambios las percepciones y actitudes estudiantes educación primaria hacia la actividad física, autoeficacia física el conocimiento académico adquirido relacionado con salud. incluyó a 181 primaria, primer cuarto curso, cuales 93 (51.4%) constituyeron grupo experimental 88 (48.6%) control (Medad = 8.24; DT 1.10 años). Los intervención mediante fueron medidos Escala Actitudes Hacia Actividad Física, que se...
### Programme card #### Settings #### Target population #### What modes/types/domains of physical activity does the programme promote? #### Which seven best investments address? #### sectors it involve? #### is special about this programme? #### Key details and contacts Although a child’s development inseparable from his or her cognitive development, Malaysian education system prioritises academic achievement over development. children adolescents engage in low levels activity.1 As...
There is a scarcity of descriptive data on the physiological characteristics elite Asian squash players. The purpose this study was to evaluate profile and sports specific fitness Hong Kong It conducted before selection national team for 1992 Squash Championship. Ten players were selected as subjects study. Maximum oxygen uptake measured using continuous treadmill running test. A field test performed in court. following means (s.d.) observed: height 172.6(4.3) cm; weight 67.7(6.9) kg; body...
A comparative study was made of the isokinetic characteristics ankle (plantar-flexion and dorsiflexion) in young men. Six cyclists, seven gymnasts, 10 soccer players 25 non-athletic men were tested on Cybex II+ dynamometer. Peak torque, torque acceleration energy (TAE), total work average power measured. Cyclists had slightly higher (5%) mean plantar flexion than others, but this not significant. The situation reversed for dorsiflexion. Moreover, dorsiflexion per unit significantly gymnasts...
This study aimed to examine the effects of three-months classroom-based Brain Breaks Physical Activity Solution (Brain Breaks®) on attitudes toward physical activity levels primary school children in Henan Province, China. The participants were 704 enrolled grades 3–5 who randomly assigned either an experimental or a control group. group participated Breaks® video intervention for min daily, at low-to-moderate intensity three consecutive months. resumed their normal routine. children’s both...
Objective: To identify levels of moderate-intensity physical activity (MPA) and vigorous-intensity (VPA) in a representative sample college students six East Asian economies examine their relationship with weight, alcohol consumption cigarette smoking. Design: Cross-sectional survey. Setting: College recruited from 21 different colleges economies. Method: Self-reported activity, height, consumption, smoking were assessed using already-validated instruments. Multiple logistic regression...
Health and physical education: a new global statement of consensus (from Polish perspective) Physical education has found itself in difficult position; increasingly more voices are questioning its legitimisation on school curricula. There is an obvious need for performance standards ways to measure the impact education. Linking benefits outcomes 21 st Century core learning areas such as critical thinking, problem solving, ability operate with agility adaptability, analyse information,...
LANGUAGE NOTE | Document text in English; abstract also Chinese.
 Physical education teacher preparation programs are being called into question, failing to inspire, motivate or adequately prepare the needs of learners 21st Century. The application technical-rationality model for preparing teachers, where gaining theoretical knowledge as a prelude practice, is questioned. problem that teaching has not been tied actual practice physical an effective fashion. This paper presents frame...
•BRICS is the acronym for an international association of 5 major emerging national economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.•The BRICS Council Exercise Sports Science was founded to address specific concerns these countries in respect health wellness people countries.•One recognized overwhelming need development future leaders/volunteers.•BRICSCESS conjunction with FLV program are part assembled foster evolution junior professionals people.
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects classroom-based Brain Breaks
The purpose of this study was to investigate the growth trajectory college and university students in core competencies between entering exiting Camp Adventure Child Youth Services (CACYS) experience using Bok's (2006) framework for undergraduate education. competency included: communication, critical thinking, character development, citizenship, diversity, global understanding, widening interest career vocational development. sample comprised 82 serving first time as participants CACYS. A...
•A brief historical summary of BRICS countries and the Council Exercise Sport Science (BRICSCESS) is presented.•BRICSCESS functions to facilitate accomplishment various tasks such as establish links between institutions organizations; an active sustainable future leader/volunteer program; promote collaboration in research, teaching, mentoring international scientists; develop, organize, conferences, seminars, workshops, symposiums, round-table discussions training courses; publish new...
This study utilizes Bok's framework of core competencies for undergraduate education to investigate the changes college and university students participating in Camp AdventureTM Child Youth Services (CACYS) programme. Communication, critical thinking, character development, citizenship, diversity, global understanding, widening interests, career vocational development were eight included study. Five hundred seventeen individuals from 14 CACYS staff sites invited participate a three-phase...