Optimising 24-Hour movement behaviours in preschoolers through parenting practices: an evidence-based intervention study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Establishing healthy 24-hour movement behaviours early in life is crucial for long-term health. However, few preschoolers comply with the 24-hour movement behaviour guidelines. Given the pivotal role of parents in shaping children's health habits, interventions targeting parenting practices may optimise these behaviours in preschoolers. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the 'Move ARound And Get Active' (MARGA) intervention in improving preschoolers' 24-hour movement behaviour composition, guideline compliance, and parents' parenting practices.

Methods

A two-armed, non-equivalent pretest-post-test control group design was conducted in Belgium. The MARGA intervention, co-created with parents, incorporated seven interactive sessions over 11 weeks, focussing o

SUBMITTER: Decraene M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12821932 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature