FIT: A community-engaged approach to health and physical education

doi:10.12968/CHHE.2020.1.5.242

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FIT: A community-engaged approach to health and physical education

Published Oct 2, 2020 · A. Faigenbaum, A. Farrel, Tracy Perron

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Abstract

The purpose of the Smart Nutrition and Conditioning for Kids (SNACK) pilot study was to increase fitness levels and overall health of children aged 7 to 9 years in two elementary schools, one urban and one urban rim. Fundamental Integrative Training (FIT) was incorporated into physical education class and was considered a vital component of SNACK. The FIT intervention was performed twice weekly during physical education class for 8 weeks. Pre- and post-Fitnessgram fitness tests were completed by each child. Fitnessgram fitness test scores improved for all fitness tests for both the experimental and control groups in both schools (P<0.05). Significant differences between groups were found in 4 areas: PACER, push-up, curl-ups, and long jump (P<0.05). FIT is one example of an interdisciplinary (nursing, health and exercise science students and faculty, elementary school administration and staff) collaborative approach to improving fitness levels with limited time and resources.

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Key takeawayFIT, an interdisciplinary approach to improving fitness levels in children aged 7 to 9 years, significantly improved fitness test scores in four areas.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

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