Authors
Lisa M Barnett, Samuel K Lai, Sanne LC Veldman, Louise L Hardy, Dylan P Cliff, Philip J Morgan, Avigdor Zask, David R Lubans, Sarah P Shultz, Nicola D Ridgers, Elaine Rush, Helen L Brown, Anthony D Okely
Publication date
2016/11
Source
Sports medicine
Volume
46
Pages
1663-1688
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Description
Background
Gross motor competence confers health benefits, but levels in children and adolescents are low. While interventions can improve gross motor competence, it remains unclear which correlates should be targeted to ensure interventions are most effective, and for whom targeted and tailored interventions should be developed.
Objective
The aim of this systematic review was to identify the potential correlates of gross motor competence in typically developing children and adolescents (aged 3–18 years) using an ecological approach.
Methods
Motor competence was defined as gross motor skill competency, encompassing fundamental movement skills and motor coordination, but excluding motor fitness. Studies needed to assess a summary score of at least one aspect of motor competence (i.e., object control …
Scholar articles
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