Abstract
In this chapter, various aspects of physical activity are explored as foundations for the development of lifelong physical activity participation. As the global burden of non-communicable diseases increases, the importance of developing physical activity and exercise in childhood and adolescence has never been more significant. Participation in physical activity is a complex behaviour, influenced by socio-demographic, environmental, personal and behavioural variables. This chapter outlines strategies for the inclusion of physical activity and links to health and wellbeing.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Teaching health and physical education in early childhood and primary years |
| Editors | Natalie McMaster |
| Place of Publication | Australia |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press Australia and New Zealand |
| Chapter | 19 |
| Pages | 412-439 |
| Number of pages | 28 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780190311483 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780190311476 |
| Publication status | Published - 23 Apr 2019 |