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Preschool programs and family factors influence children's physical activity (PA). A higher number of children and family anthropometrics predict PA engagement, suggesting targeted interventions are needed.

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Area of Science:

  • Child Health
  • Pediatric Obesity Prevention
  • Early Childhood Education

Background:

  • Physical activity (PA) in preschoolers is crucial for preventing obesity.
  • Early-life factors significantly impact PA levels in young children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the influence of diverse preschool programs on preschoolers' PA.
  • To investigate the role of family factors in preschoolers' PA across different countries.

Main Methods:

  • Direct accelerometry measured PA in 114 children (age 5.3 ± 0.65 years) across four cities in the Upper Rhine region.
  • Preschool timetables were analyzed, alongside anthropometrical and family-related data.

Main Results:

  • Children in Strasbourg and Landau showed significantly lower PA levels compared to those in Basel and Freiburg (P < .01).
  • Higher birth order (more children in a family) and maternal/child anthropometrics predicted greater PA engagement.

Conclusions:

  • Preschool system structure (e.g., open vs. regimented) did not solely determine PA levels.
  • Caregiver training and family context interventions may be key to enhancing preschoolers' PA.