Physical Activity, Fitness, Cognitive Function, and Academic Achievement in Children

The relationship among physical activity (PA), fitness, cognitive function, and academic achievement in children is receiving considerable attention. The utility of PA to improve cognition and academic achievement is promising but uncertain; thus, this position stand will provide clarity from the available science.The purpose of this study was to answer the following questions: 1) among children age 5-13 yr, do PA and physical fitness influence...