The Study of Relationship between Physical Activity and Obesity Rates among Children

Abstract

Since childhood obesity contributes to a variety of physical and mental health problems, it has emerged as a major global public health concern. The purpose of this study is to investigate the connection between childhood obesity rates and physical activity levels in children ages 6 to 16. 250 students from both urban and rural schools participated in a cross-sectional study that gathered information on their sedentary behaviors, body mass index (BMI), WC, HC, WHR, WHtR, and patterns of physical activity. Children who regularly participate in physical exercise have a lower likelihood of being overweight or obese, according to the data, which showed a substantial negative relationship between physical activity and obesity. Higher BMI values were also linked to less outdoor activity engagement and excessive screen usage. These results underline the importance of physical activity in reducing childhood obesity and the necessity of focused interventions that encourage kids to lead active lives.