Evaluation of a Two-Year Middle-School Physical Education Intervention: M-SPAN

2004284 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Thomas L. McKenzie · San Diego State University

James F. Sallis · San Diego State University

Judith J. Prochaska · University of California, San Francisco

Terry L. Conway · San Diego State University

Simon J. Marshall · San Diego State University

Paul Rosengard · San Diego State University

Abstract

A standardized program increased MVPA in middle schools without requiring an increase in frequency or duration of PE lessons. Program components were well received by teachers and have the potential for generalization to other schools. Additional strategies may be needed for girls.

Topics & Keywords

Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet Children's Physical and Motor Development Physical Activity and Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise

Volume 36, Issue 8, pp. 1382-1388

DOI: 10.1249/01.mss.0000135792.20358.4d

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