Physical activity and children

This is the sixth review providing background evidence for the development of public health guidance for promoting physical activity in children and adolescents. The descriptive epidemiology review (Review One) made a clear link between physical activity and health outcomes in young people. There is evidence suggesting that levels of physical activity among children are insufficient and this is particularly so in adolescent girls. There is a clear need to promote physical activity within this age and gender group.

This review addressed the question: what interventions are effective in increasing levels of physical activity/core physical skills in adolescent girls aged 11-18 years?