Relationship between Age, Gender, and Body Mass Index with Dynamic Balance among Children
Poster Presentation
Paper ID : 2153-SSRC
Authors
1Ms In Motor Behavior, Sport Sciences Research Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran
2Associated Professor, Sport Sciences Research Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran.
3Assistant Professor, Sport Sciences Research Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran.
4PhD in Motor Behavior, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
Introduction and Purpose:
Dynamic balance is an important aspect of a child's physical development. It refers to the ability to maintain stability while in motion. Several factors, such as age, gender, and body mass index (BMI), may influence dynamic balance in children. This study aims to investigate the relationship between age, gender, and BMI with dynamic balance among children.
Methods:
A total of 120 children aged 5-6 years old were recruited for this study. Dynamic balance was assessed using a Star Excursion Balance Test, and BMI was calculated using height (cm) and weight (kg) measurements. Data on age and gender were also collected. Statistical analysis such as person correlation coefficient and linear regression tests were performed to determine the relationship between age, gender, and BMI with dynamic balance. The data was analyzed using SPSS version 16 software.
Results:
The results showed a significant relationship between age and dynamic balance (P<0.05). Older children demonstrated better dynamic balance compared to younger children. Gender was also found to have a significant relationship with dynamic balance (P<0.05). Female children exhibited better dynamic balance compared to male children. However, no significant relationship was found between BMI and dynamic balance (P>0.05).
Conclusion:
Age and gender are important factors that influence dynamic balance in children aged 5-6 years old. Older children and female children tend to have better dynamic balance compared to their younger and male counterparts, respectively. However, BMI does not appear to have a significant impact on dynamic balance in this age group. Further research is needed to explore other potential factors that may influence dynamic balance in children. Understanding these relationships can help inform interventions and programs aimed at improving balance and physical development in children.
Dynamic balance is an important aspect of a child's physical development. It refers to the ability to maintain stability while in motion. Several factors, such as age, gender, and body mass index (BMI), may influence dynamic balance in children. This study aims to investigate the relationship between age, gender, and BMI with dynamic balance among children.
Methods:
A total of 120 children aged 5-6 years old were recruited for this study. Dynamic balance was assessed using a Star Excursion Balance Test, and BMI was calculated using height (cm) and weight (kg) measurements. Data on age and gender were also collected. Statistical analysis such as person correlation coefficient and linear regression tests were performed to determine the relationship between age, gender, and BMI with dynamic balance. The data was analyzed using SPSS version 16 software.
Results:
The results showed a significant relationship between age and dynamic balance (P<0.05). Older children demonstrated better dynamic balance compared to younger children. Gender was also found to have a significant relationship with dynamic balance (P<0.05). Female children exhibited better dynamic balance compared to male children. However, no significant relationship was found between BMI and dynamic balance (P>0.05).
Conclusion:
Age and gender are important factors that influence dynamic balance in children aged 5-6 years old. Older children and female children tend to have better dynamic balance compared to their younger and male counterparts, respectively. However, BMI does not appear to have a significant impact on dynamic balance in this age group. Further research is needed to explore other potential factors that may influence dynamic balance in children. Understanding these relationships can help inform interventions and programs aimed at improving balance and physical development in children.
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