Validity of PCERT and OMNI walk/run ratings of perceived exertion
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A study utilized a perceptual estimation paradigm to test the concurrent and construct validity of the Pictorial Children's Effort Rating Table (PCERT) and the OMNI walk/run scale of perceived exertion for children performing a submaximal progressive treadmill exercise test. The validity of both scales was established, with results showing that although PCERT and OMNI scores are not interchangeable as they have different scales, at a given exercise intensity youth assign similar percentages of the maximal scores.
Publication Name: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0195-9131
Year: 2006
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Open-loop feedback increases physical activity of youth
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The number of youth that meet activity guidelines is decreasing and easy access to reinforcing sedentary behaviors competes with increasing physical activity. Open-loop feedback increases physical activity in children, thus helping children to achieve physical activity recommendations.
Publication Name: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0195-9131
Year: 2004
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Physical activity and sedentary behaviors in Finnish youth
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The health benefits of physical activity over sedentary habits among Finnish youth were observed and the results documented.
Publication Name: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0195-9131
Year: 2007
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