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It is well established that the lack of physical activity, among children in the developed world, is one of the major factors for cardiovascular disease and premature death. Also a large body of evidence suggests that decreasing any type of sedentary time is associated with lower health risk in youth. Parents and teams request a safe participation to any sport activity, recreational or competitive. There are considerable evidences for the impo...

The measurement of cardiorespiratory fitness in children and youth has long been a topic of interest to exercise scientists, physical educators and health agencies. Over the years, a lot of tests for assessing physical fitness have been designed for young people, to help teachers and other educators determine the fitness level of groups of students and may provide direction for curriculum planning. Physical fitness can be objectively and accur...

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the developed countries. Atherosclerosis begins in childhood and young adulthood. Physical activity reduces the risk of chronic disease, including diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease. Lower exercise levels have been associated with the incidence of coronary heart disease and stroke among youngs. Despite active lifestyles having an array of positive health and soci...