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Lauren Callaghan1, Anushree Dwivedi2, Cathal Óg O'Sullivan1

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Physical literacy is key to lifelong physical activity and may reduce childhood obesity risk. More research and standardized tools are needed to understand its impact and effectiveness.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Pediatrics
  • Kinesiology

Background:

  • Childhood obesity presents a significant public health challenge in the 21st century.
  • Physical literacy is increasingly recognized for its comprehensive approach to developing lifelong physical activity.
  • Physical literacy encompasses motivation, confidence, competence, knowledge, and understanding to engage in physical activity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the literature on the relationship between physical literacy and childhood obesity risk.
  • To evaluate the availability and effectiveness of current physical literacy assessment tools.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review conducted following PRISMA guidelines.
  • Literature search across five major databases.
  • Inclusion of twelve studies after initial screening, with nine included after quality appraisal.

Main Results:

  • Identified a limited number of studies examining physical literacy and childhood obesity.
  • Found significant gaps in the understanding of physical literacy's role in obesity prevention.
  • Highlighted variability and limitations in current physical literacy assessment tools.

Conclusions:

  • There is a need for a consistent framework for physical literacy.
  • Standardized assessment tools are crucial for reliable measurement.
  • Further experimental research is required to establish causal links and effective interventions.