Gross motor coordination in relation to weight status: a longitudinal study in children and pre-adolescents

• Main Authors: Valentina Biino (Author), Barbara Pellegrini (Author), Chiara Zoppirolli (Author), Massimo Lanza (Author), Federica Gilli (Author), Matteo Giuriato (Author), Federico Schena (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2023-12-01T00:00:00Z.
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IntroductionGross Motor Coordination (GMC) is crucial for the adequate development of motor competence. Our purpose in this semi-longitudinal study was to evaluate the influence of BMI on GMC in children and pre-adolescents of both sexes, across school years (classes).MethodsWe evaluated 117 subject...