Factors affecting first-grade pupils' physical activity during the school day: A pilot study

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Výsledek na webu

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DOI - Digital Object Identifier

<a href="http://dx.doi.org/10.37291/2717638X.202562495" target="_blank" >10.37291/2717638X.202562495</a>

Jazyk výsledku

angličtina

Název v původním jazyce

Factors affecting first-grade pupils' physical activity during the school day: A pilot study

Popis výsledku v původním jazyce

Physical activity (PA) plays a crucial role in the healthy development of children, yet many school-aged pupils fail to meet recommended daily activity levels. This study explores how school environments and educational practices influence pupils’ PA during the school day, with an emphasis on the importance of supportive school conditions and structured physical activity opportunities. The pilot research was conducted with 43 children attending three primary schools in the Olomouc region of the Czech Republic. Pupils’ PA levels were objectively measured using digital pedometers. Information on school conditions and family lifestyle factors was gathered through two structured questionnaires. Statistical analyses included variance inflation factor analysis, principal component analysis (PCA), multiple linear regression, and Spearman’s correlation coefficient to determine the key predictors of PA. The results revealed that the most influential factors affecting PA were passive conditions within the school environment, particularly school size and availability of sports facilities. Active conditions, such as scheduled physical activity breaks and outdoor learning sessions, were also positively associated with increased PA levels. Conversely, family lifestyle factors showed no significant direct effect on children’s PA during school hours. These findings highlight the decisive role of schools in shaping opportunities for physical activity and underline the need for policies and educational initiatives that foster active school environments. The implementation of comprehensive school-based PA programs is recommended to support children’s overall health, motor development, and well-being.

Název v anglickém jazyce

Factors affecting first-grade pupils' physical activity during the school day: A pilot study

Popis výsledku anglicky

Physical activity (PA) plays a crucial role in the healthy development of children, yet many school-aged pupils fail to meet recommended daily activity levels. This study explores how school environments and educational practices influence pupils’ PA during the school day, with an emphasis on the importance of supportive school conditions and structured physical activity opportunities. The pilot research was conducted with 43 children attending three primary schools in the Olomouc region of the Czech Republic. Pupils’ PA levels were objectively measured using digital pedometers. Information on school conditions and family lifestyle factors was gathered through two structured questionnaires. Statistical analyses included variance inflation factor analysis, principal component analysis (PCA), multiple linear regression, and Spearman’s correlation coefficient to determine the key predictors of PA. The results revealed that the most influential factors affecting PA were passive conditions within the school environment, particularly school size and availability of sports facilities. Active conditions, such as scheduled physical activity breaks and outdoor learning sessions, were also positively associated with increased PA levels. Conversely, family lifestyle factors showed no significant direct effect on children’s PA during school hours. These findings highlight the decisive role of schools in shaping opportunities for physical activity and underline the need for policies and educational initiatives that foster active school environments. The implementation of comprehensive school-based PA programs is recommended to support children’s overall health, motor development, and well-being.

Druh

J_SC - Článek v periodiku v databázi SCOPUS

CEP obor

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OECD FORD obor

50301 - Education, general; including training, pedagogy, didactics [and education systems]

Projekt

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Návaznosti

S - Specificky vyzkum na vysokych skolach

Rok uplatnění

2025

Kód důvěrnosti údajů

S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů

Název periodika

Journal of Childhood, Education &amp; Society

ISSN

2717-638X

e-ISSN

2717-638X

Svazek periodika

6

Číslo periodika v rámci svazku

2

Stát vydavatele periodika

TR - Turecká republika

Počet stran výsledku

14

Strana od-do

150-163

Kód UT WoS článku

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EID výsledku v databázi Scopus

2-s2.0-105011507197