A scoping review of physical activity-based interventions for obesity management in children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors' conclusion
In conclusion, both the virtual and blended delivery of well-planned weight management interventions during the pandemic show promise for the treatment and control of paediatric obesity.
Study context
- Population
- Children and adolescents receiving physical activity (PA)-based weight management interventions (virtual or virtually blended face-to-face) during the COVID-19 pandemic; studies published 2021–2023
- Participants
- 1,938 children23 studies
- Outcome
- BMI and/or body size or composition
Methodological detailssystematically conducted, 15 online databases
- Systematically conducted
- 15 online databases
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
- Implementation generally resulted in favourable changes in body mass index (BMI) and/or body size or composition
Secondary outcomes
Health behaviours, physical health or fitness, and individual well-being
- Generally favourable changes
Factors associated with efficacy
- Longer exposure to the intervention, female sex and older age associated with higher efficacy
Feasibility
- High feasibility: medium-high attendance, high acceptance/satisfaction in children, adolescents, parents and teachers, strong engagement
Original publication
A scoping review of physical activity-based interventions for obesity management in children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Int J Obes (Lond). Published 12 December 2023. doi:10.
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