Effects of Recreational Futsal Program on the Quality of Life of Obese Children
Carolina Dertzbocher Feil Pinho,
Salime Donida Chedid Lisboa,
Juliano Boufleur Farinha
et al.
Abstract:Introduction: Childhood obesity is considered the most prevalent chronic disease in the child population, impacting the early onset of associated diseases. These subjects are more susceptible to psychological problems and reduced quality of life, increasing depression rates both in childhood and in adult life. Objective: To verify the effect of recreational futsal programs on the quality of life of overweight and obese children. Methodology: Thirteen overweight and obese boys aged 8-12 years participated in a … Show more
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