Australian 24-hour movement guidelines for children (5 to 12 years) and young people (13 to 17 years): an integration of physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep

This report outlines a review of the scientific evidence and recommends new guidelines for children and young people. It formed the basis of Australia’s 24-hour movement guidelines for children aged 5 to 17 years.

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Australian 24-hour movement guidelines for children (5 to 12 years) and young people (13 to 17 years): an integration of physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep

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This document includes:

  • executive summary
  • recommendations for 24-hour physical activity, sedentary and sleep behaviours for children and young people in Australia
  • background and rationale
  • scope and purpose of guidelines
  • research gaps
  • dissemination, implementation and evaluation
  • management of guideline development process
  • evidence of recommendations
  • stakeholder consultation.

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