Results From Canada’s 2016 ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (s2) ◽  
pp. S110-S116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joel D. Barnes ◽  
Christine Cameron ◽  
Valerie Carson ◽  
Jean-Philippe Chaput ◽  
Guy E.J. Faulkner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Active Transportation ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Physical Literacy ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Behavioral Indicators ◽  
National Surveys ◽  
Youth Physical Activity

Background:The ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth is the most comprehensive assessment of child and youth physical activity in Canada and provides an update or “state of the nation” that assesses how Canada is doing at promoting and facilitating physical activity opportunities for children and youth. The purpose of this paper is to summarize the results of the 2016 ParticipACTION Report Card.Methods:Twelve physical activity indicators were graded by a committee of experts using a process that was informed by the best available evidence. Sources included national surveys, peer-reviewed literature, and gray literature such as government and nongovernment reports and online content.Results:Grades were assigned to Daily Behaviors (Overall Physical Activity: D-; Organized Sport and Physical Activity Participation: B; Active Play: D+; Active Transportation: D; Physical Literacy: D+; Sleep: B; Sedentary Behaviors: F), Settings and Sources of Influence (Family and Peers: C+; School: B; Community and Environment: A-), and Strategies and Investments (Government: B-; Nongovernment: A-).Conclusions:Similar to previous years of the Report Card, Canada generally received good grades for indicators relating to investment, infrastructure, strategies, policies, and programming, and poor grades for behavioral indicators (eg, Overall Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviors).

scholarly journals Results From Mexico’s 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (s2) ◽  
pp. S206-S212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karla I. Galaviz ◽  
Mabel Aguilar Arroyo ◽  
Inés González-Casanova ◽  
Martín Francisco González Villalobos ◽  
Alejandra Jáuregui ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Surveys ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Active Transportation ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Mexican Children ◽  
Report Card Grades

Background:The 2016 Mexican Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth aims to assess how Mexico is doing in terms of providing physical activity (PA) opportunities for Mexican children and youth. The purpose of this article is to summarize results from the Mexican 2016 Report Card.Methods:A literature search was conducted in Spanish and English languages using major databases, and complemented with a review of government/nongovernment documents, websites, and national health surveys. Information on the 9 indicators outlined in the Global Matrix of Report Card Grades was extracted. A team of Mexican experts met to discuss and assign a grade on each indicator based on the best available evidence and established benchmarks.Results:Daily behaviors grades were Overall PA (C), Organized Sport Participation (D), Active Play (D-), Active Transportation (C), and Sedentary Behavior (D). For Settings and Sources of Influence, grades were Family and Peers (INC), School (D-), and Community and Environment (D). Strategies and Investments grades were Government Strategies (C) and Non-Government (F).Conclusions:PA and sedentary behaviors among Mexican children and youth remain below the recommended levels. Government and communities are far from providing appropriate and sufficient physical activity opportunities for children and youth.

scholarly journals France’s 2020 Report Card on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviors in Children and Youth: Results and Progression

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Alicia Fillon ◽  
Pauline Genin ◽  
Benjamin Larras ◽  
Jeremy Vanhelst ◽  
Maxime Luiggi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Online Information ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
National Surveys

Background: There is an alarming and constant worldwide progression of physical inactivity and sedentary behaviors in children and adolescents. The present paper summarizes findings from France’s 2020 Report Card on physical activity for children and youth, comparing its results to its 2 previous editions (2016 and 2018). Methods: France’s 2020 Report Card follows the standardized methodology established by the Active Healthy Kids Global Matrix, grading 10 common physical activity indicators using the best available evidence. The grades were informed by national surveys, peer-reviewed literature, government and nongovernment reports, and online information. Results: The expert panel awarded the following grades: Overall Physical Activity: D; Organized Sport Participation and Physical Activity: C−; Active Play: INC; Active Transportation: C−; Sedentary Behaviors: D−; Family and Peers: D−; Physical Fitness: D; School: B−; Community and the Built Environment: F; Government: C. Conclusions: This 2020 edition of France’s Report Card again highlights the alarming levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviors among French children and adolescents, calling for the development of effective national action. It also draws attention to the particular deleterious effects of the COVID-19 confinement on youth’s movement behaviors, which significantly worsened the situation.

scholarly journals Results from England’s 2014 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (s1) ◽  
pp. S45-S50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martyn Standage ◽  
Hannah J. Wilkie ◽  
Russell Jago ◽  
Charlie Foster ◽  
Mary A. Goad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Active Transportation ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Children And Young People ◽  
Systematic Assessment ◽  
Letter Grades ◽  
Nationally Representative

Background:The Active Healthy Kids 2014 England Report Card aims to provide a systematic assessment of how England is performing in relation to engaging and facilitating physical activity (PA) in children and young people.Methods:The systematic methods and processes that underpin the Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card were used and adapted. Data and evidence were consolidated, reviewed by a panel of content experts, and used to inform the assignment of letter grades (A, B, C, D, F) to 9 core indicators related to PA.Results:Children’s Overall Physical Activity received a grade of C/D. Active Transportation and Organized Sport Participation received grades of C and C-, respectively. The indicators of School and Community and the Built Environment were graded favorable with grades of A- and B, respectively. Active Play, Sedentary Behaviors, Family and Peers, and Government Strategies and Investments were graded as INC (incomplete) due to a lack of nationally representative data and/or as a result of data not mapping onto the benchmarks used to assign the grades.Conclusions:Substantial provision for PA opportunities in England exists. Yet more effort is required to maximize use of these resources to increase PA participation.

scholarly journals Results from Lithuania’s 2018 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (23) ◽  
pp. 4710
Author(s):  
Sukys ◽  
Emeljanovas ◽  
Gruodyte-Raciene ◽  
Mieziene ◽  
Trinkuniene ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Active Transportation ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Related Characteristic ◽  
Levels Of Support

The Global Matrix 3.0 “Report Card” assessment of physical activity was developed to achieve a better understanding of the global variability in child and youth physical activity. Lithuania joined the Global Matrix 3.0. The aim of this article is to summarize the results of the first Lithuanian Report Card, which included 10 indicators, as representative of individual behaviors, sources, and settings of influence indicators, and a health-related characteristic. The grades for each indicator were based on the best available Lithuanian data. The findings showed poor Overall Physical Activity, Active Transportation (C−), and Family and Peers (D). Sedentary behavior was graded C−, and Organized Sport Participation, Community and Environment, and Government were graded C. Physical Fitness and School indicators received the highest grade (C+). The first Lithuanian Report Card on Physical Activity of Children and Youth shows that Lithuanian children and youth have less than satisfactory levels of organized physical activity, active transportation to and from school, community and built environments, and government strategies and investments. The low levels of support from family and peers require more attention from health promoters. There is a gap in the evidence about active play that should be addressed by researchers and policy makers.

Results From Poland’s 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (s2) ◽  
pp. S237-S241 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pawel Zembura ◽  
Aleksandra Goldys ◽  
Hanna Nalecz
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Global Alliance ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Letter Grades ◽  
School Based ◽  
Current State

Background:Poland’s 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth is the first assessment of child and youth physical activity (PA) in Poland using the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance grading system. The main goal was to summarize and describe the current state of child and youth PA to increase awareness and surveillance.Methods:The systematic methodology that underpins the Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card was adapted and applied to the Polish report card. The best available data were consolidated, reviewed by a group of experts, and used to assign the letter grades to 9 core PA indicators on a scale ranging from A (highest) to F (lowest).Results:The 9 indicators were graded as such: 1) Overall Physical Activity (D), 2) Organized Sport Participation (C), 3) Active Play (INC), 4) Active Transportation (C), 5) Sedentary Behaviors (D), 6) Family and Peers (C), 7) School (B), 8) Community and the Built Environment (C), and 9) Government Strategies and Investments (C).Conclusions:The final grades show a strong role of school in providing PA for children and youth in Poland. However, promotion of school-based sport participation appears to be insufficient by itself to sustainably promote PA in this group.

France’s 2018 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth: Results and International Comparisons

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 270-277
Author(s):  
Salomé Aubert ◽  
Julien Aucouturier ◽  
Jeremy Vanhelst ◽  
Alicia Fillon ◽  
Pauline Genin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
International Comparisons ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Report Cards ◽  
Online Information ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Organized Sport

Background: Insufficient levels of physical activity and increasing sedentary time among children and youth are being observed internationally. The purpose of this paper is to summarize findings from France’s 2018 Report Card on physical activity for children and youth, and to make comparisons with its 2016 predecessor and with the Report Cards of other countries engaged in the Global Matrix 3.0. Methods: The France’s 2018 Report Card was developed following the standardized methodology established for the Global Matrix 3.0 by grading 10 common physical activity indicators using best available data. Grades were informed by national surveys, peer-reviewed literature, government and nongovernment reports, and online information. Results: The expert panel awarded the following grades: overall physical activity, D; organized sport participation and physical activity, C−; active play, INC; active transportation, C−; sedentary behaviors, D−; physical fitness, B–; family and peers, INC; school, B; community and the built environment, INC; and government, C. Conclusions: Very concerning levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviors among French children and youth were observed, highlighting the urgent need for well-designed national actions addressing the presented physical inactivity crisis. The top 3 strategies that should be implemented in priority to improve the lifestyle of French children and youth are provided.

scholarly journals Results From Hong Kong’s 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (s2) ◽  
pp. S169-S175 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wendy Yajun Huang ◽  
Stephen Heung-Sang Wong ◽  
Martin Chi-Sang Wong ◽  
Cindy Hui-Ping Sit ◽  
Raymond Kim-Wai Sum ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Hong Kong ◽  
Built Environment ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Family Influence ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Standardized Protocol

Background:Hong Kong’s 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity (PA) for Children and Youth is the first evidence-based synthesis of various indicators related to individual behaviors that contribute to overall PA levels, settings and sources of influence, and strategies and investments in Hong Kong.Methods:Following a standardized protocol, currently best available data for Hong Kong youth were collated and evaluated by an expert consensus panel on 9 indicators (5 activity behaviors and 4 influences on these behaviors).Results:Less than half of the children and youth met the recommended PA level. As a result, a D grade was given for Overall PA levels. Organized Sport Participation and Active Transportation received grades of C- and B, respectively. Sedentary Behaviors and School scored a C grade. Community and the Built Environment scored a grade of B. Family Influence received as low a score as Overall PA (D). Active Play and Government were not graded due to incomplete data.Conclusions:PA levels are low and sedentary behaviors are high for children and youth in Hong Kong. Promising policies exist in schools and features of community and the built environment are favorable. Increasing family support should be emphasized for future PA promotion.

scholarly journals Results From Wales’ 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth: Is Wales Turning the Tide on Children’s Inactivity?

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (s2) ◽  
pp. S330-S336 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Tyler ◽  
Marianne Mannello ◽  
Rebecca Mattingley ◽  
Chris Roberts ◽  
Robert Sage ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Built Environment ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Peer Influences ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Children And Young People ◽  
The Family

Background:This is the second Active Healthy Kids Wales Report Card. The 2016 version consolidates and translates research related to physical activity (PA) among children and youth in Wales, and aims to raise the awareness of children’s engagement in PA and sedentary behaviors.Methods:Ten PA indicators were graded using the Active Healthy Kids—Canada Report Card methodology involving a synthesis and expert consensus of the best available evidence.Results:Grades were assigned as follows: Overall PA, D+; Organized Sport Participation, C; Active and Outdoor Play, C; Active Transportation, C; Sedentary Behaviors, D-; Physical Literacy, INC; Family and Peer Influences, D+; School, B; Community and the Built Environment, C; and National Government Policy, Strategies, and Investments, B-.Conclusions:Despite the existence of sound policies, programs, and infrastructure, PA levels of children and youth in Wales are one of the lowest and sedentary behavior one of the highest globally. From the 2014 Report Card, the Family and Peer Influences grade improved from D to D+, whereas Community and the Built Environment dropped from B to C. These results indicate that a concerted effort is required to increase PA and decrease sedentary time in children and young people in Wales.

scholarly journals Is our Youth Cycling to Health? Results From the Netherlands’ 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (s2) ◽  
pp. S218-S224 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcella Burghard ◽  
Karlijn Knitel ◽  
Iris van Oost ◽  
Mark S. Tremblay ◽  
Tim Takken ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
The Netherlands ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Active Transportation ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Global Alliance ◽  
Active Play ◽  
Modifiable Factors

Background:The Active Healthy Kids the Netherlands (AHKN) Report Card consolidates and translates research and assesses how the Netherlands is being responsible in providing physical activity (PA) opportunities for children and youth (<18 years). The primary aim of this article is to summarize the results of the 2016 AHKN Report Card.Methods:Nine indicators were graded using the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance report card development process, which includes a synthesis of the best available research, surveillance, policy and practice findings, and expert consensus.Results:Grades assigned were: Overall Physical Activity Levels, D; Organized Sport Participation, B; Active Play, B; Active Transportation, A; Sedentary Behaviors, C; Family and Peers, B; School, C; Community and the Built Environment, A; Government Strategies and Investments, INC.Conclusions:Sedentary behavior and overall PA levels are not meeting current guidelines. However, the Dutch youth behaviors in sports, active transportation, and active play are satisfactory. Several modifiable factors of influence might be enhanced to improve these indicators or at least prevent regression. Although Dutch children accumulate a lot of daily PA through cycling, it is not enough to meet the current national PA guidelines of 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous PA per day.

scholarly journals Results From Nigeria’s 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (s2) ◽  
pp. S231-S236 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ade F. Adeniyi ◽  
Olukemi O. Odukoya ◽  
Adewale L. Oyeyemi ◽  
Rufus A. Adedoyin ◽  
Olatunde S. Ojo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Report Card ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Noncommunicable Diseases ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Active Play ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
School Settings ◽  
Nigerian Children

Background:The Nigerian Report card on Physical Activity (PA) in Children and Youth was first developed in 2013 to inform practice and policy on healthy living and prevention of noncommunicable diseases among Nigerian children and youth. This article summarizes the results of the 2016 report card and provides updated evidence on the current situation in Nigeria.Methods:A comprehensive review of literature was undertaken by the Report Card Working Group. Grades were assigned to 10 PA indicators based on the criteria used for the 2013 edition.Results:Grades assigned to the indicators were Overall PA, D; Active Play and Leisure, C; Active Transportation, B; Sedentary Behaviors (screen-based, F and nonscreen-based, D); Overweight and Obesity, A; PA in Schools, C-; Government/Nongovernment Organizations/Private Sector/Policy, B. The following indicators were graded as Incomplete: Organized Sport and PA, Community and Built Environment, and Family and Peers.Conclusions:The overall PA levels of Nigerian children and youth seemed to be declining compared with the 2013 Report card but with slight improvement in active play and leisure, and PA in school settings. A substantial number of Nigerian children and youth still have high sedentary behaviors, overweight and obesity. Efforts are needed to promote PA among them.

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