The Health Benefits of Muscular Fitness for Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Physical fitness during childhood and adolescence has been identified as an important determinant of current and future health status. While research has traditionally focused on the association between cardio-respiratory fitness and health outcomes, the association between muscular fitness (MF) and health status has recently received increased attention.The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the potential...