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Análisis descriptivo de las capacidades físicas condicionales de los árbitros profesionales de fútbol del Azuay 2020
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-04-06) Durán León, Jonnathan Rafael; Guazhambo Chacho, Verónica Alexandra; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The present degree work refers to the "Descriptive analysis of the conditional physical capacities of the Professional Soccer Referees of Azuay 2020", the main objective of this research was to analyze the results obtained from the physical tests to evaluate the conditional physical capacities, in the Professional Soccer Referees of Azuay; several important specific objectives emerge from it, such as: determining the main theoretical and methodological foundations of the physical tests applied to the conditional physical capacities of the referees, the elaboration of tables of reference values to evaluate the physical capacities mentioned above according to the results obtained in the physical tests carried out on the soccer referees of Azuay and analyze the correlations that the different variables of the study have. The results of this research are very important because in the application of tests aimed at resistance (1000 meter test); strength (long jump test); speed (400 meter test, 20 meter test, CODA test); and flexibility (sit and rech test), we were able to identify the performance that a soccer referee must have to carry out their arbitration work, as well as the existing correlation between the tests that allow verifying the benefits provided by the use of these tests
La Cultura física adaptada a niños con discapacidad mental del Instituto psicopedagógico Agustín Cueva T. de la Ciudad de Cuenca
(2003) Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo; Astudillo Calle, Manuel
Determinación del somatotipo de jugadores de voleibol categoría pre-juvenil varones y damas pertenecientes a la Federación Deportiva del Azuay
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2020-03-12) Dávila Ovaco, Víctor Fabián; Velasquez Pasato, Freddy Oswaldo; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The present research is situated under the anthropometry field, linked to volleyball; having as a main aim the determination of the volleyball players’ somatotype in the pre-juvenile category, men and women, belonging to Azuay Sports Federation, all based on the game position they belong to. The research is a descriptive observational study of quantitative approach with twenty-two subjects from which ten people are male and twelve people are female, of age between fourteen to sixteen years old. For the measuring and obtaining of results was used the restricted profile protocol of ISAK (Stewart, Marfell-Jones, Olds, & De Ridder, 2011); the somatotype was determined by the Heath-Carter method, with help of Microsoft Excel Software in which was entered the seventeen measurements and obtained the values of the three components of the somatotype, to then classify them according to the corresponding game position. As a main general result of the research, was known that the main component that predominates is the endorphin, followed by the mesomorphism and ectomorphism which lightly variates according to the game position and the gender.
Determinación del somatotipo de nadadores de alta competencia de la provincia del Azuay categoría senior
(2019-06-28) Guamán Villazhañay, Jenny Esperanza; Zhunio Carchipulla, Pedro Rafael; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The main objective of the present investigation was to analyze the somatotype and body composition of high-competence swimmers in the province of Azuay. In order to comply with this, a methodology framed in the positivist paradigm with a quantitative approach, descriptive level and non-experimental design was selected. cross-section supported by a field type investigation, where 7 swimming athletes (5 male and 2 female) that coincided in the open water modality were studied, for the data collection anthropometric materials were used to measure the different diameters , folds and perimeters under the technique of Heath-Carter, with the support of a Plicómetro of brand Cescorf endorsed by the ISAK; From the application of the protocols and the calculations of the corresponding formulas, it was obtained that most of the competitors under study have a robust body composition with mesomorphic endomorphic, endo mesomorphic somatotypes, with tendencies to the adipose tissue predominance, which differs from the anthropometric profile of elite athletes internationally. Although the swimmer Esteban Enderica presented a body composition and somatotype with similar characteristics which implies greater possibility of reaching a high level.
Determinación del Somatotipo en Patinadores de Carreras de la Provincia del Azuay, Categorías Pre-Juvenil, Juvenil y Sénior
(2017) León Chumbi, Carolina Priscila; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The main objective of this research was to determine anthropometric measurements, somatotype and components of body composition such as: percentage of body fat, body mass index (BMI), and summation of folds in racing skaters in the province of Azuay. This descriptive study was quantitatively assessed following the ISAK protocol, to a total of 24 race skaters, 15 women and 7 men, who compete nationally and internationally, performing measures of weight, height, skin folds, perimeters, diameters and basic measures. The Heath-Carter somatotype and percentage of fat was obtained using the Carter formulas. Pearson correlations were also found among the different results. Results: in the somatotype by category, specialty and genre, in flooders: Pre juvenile (males are meso - ectomorph and females are central), Juvenile (men have balanced mesomorphism and women are endo - mesomorphic), Senior (males are meso - ectomorphic and females are endomorph - mesomorph). In sprinters: Pre juvenile (females are endomorph - mesomorph), Juvenile (males are meso - endomorphic and females are endo - mesomorphic), Senior (males are meso - ectomorph). The BMI of the group in general, according to the Consumers Union and their interpretation (19 -25: healthy weight), is within the healthy range. The percentage of fat in men according to the specialty and sport is within the appropriate range which is from 5% to 10%. The percentage of fat in pre juvenile and senior women, according to the table presented by Malangón de García in 2005, is within the excellent range (>18%). The percentage of fat in juvenile women are within the good range which is 18% to 20%.
Efectos de las pausas activas sobre la atención, el rendimiento académico y el nivel de actividad física en niños y adolescentes escolarizados
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2021-05-06) Lucero Hurtado, Katherine Maricela; Rodríguez Andrade, Eduardo Felipe; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The aim of this research is to analyze the results from studies to evaluate the effects of active breaks on students’ attention, academic performance, and the levels of physical activity (PA). That is why, through preliminary research, the papers for the analysis were found in 6 different data bases (Sport Discus, Doaj, Ebsco, Google Scholar, Pubmed, Dialnet, Scopus). Moreover, only articles published between 2006 and 2020 were selected and analyzed. Thus, a total of 17 studies accomplished the proposed criteria. The studies used both physical activities as well as cognitive ones. These activities lasted about 5-15 minutes. Furthermore, the activities related to academic content and physical activities raised students’ attention. The intervention time was no less than 9 weeks; and even by doing 6-minute activities, the academic performance was effective for those subjects that do not require physical effort. Nonetheless, some other studies showed no achievement in activities that lasted about 5 minutes. Finally, it is valid to mention that activities from moderated intensity to vigorous ones helped to raise the PA levels. Hence, these outcomes show the importance of time and the type of physical activity when applying active breaks
Efectos de un programa de ejercicio físico en la condición física de personas drogodependientes del centro de rehabilitación CREIAD
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-03-01) Calle Arcentales, Claudia Berenice; Avila López, Nicole Dayana; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
Studies on condition and physical activity in drug addicts and alcoholics are recent, therefore, there is little research within the Ecuadorian territory. The design implemented in this study is pre-experimental. For this, a program of activities and exercises was developed, applied at the “Centro de Rehabilitación e Internamiento de Alcohólicos y Drogodependientes” CREIAD in the city of Cuenca - Ecuador, between October and December 2023, with the objective of "Evaluate the effect of the implementation of a physical exercise program in basic physical condition in drug addicts between 18 and 45 years old, from the CREIAD rehabilitation center. The population was made up of 16 participants (10 men and 6 women) aged between 18 and 45 years. Before carrying out the program, a pre- and post-test was carried out determining their weight, height and waist-hip ratio, then the EUROFIT battery was executed, which consists of 9 tests. It lasted 10 weeks, obtaining the following results: both men and women increased their weight, body mass index (BMI) and waist-hip ratio (WHR); In the EUROFIT battery, significant improvements were presented in the flamenco tests, dynamometry, tapping test, the abdominal test, the suspension test and in the 10x5 running test. Finally, there was no significant improvement in this tests: seated trunk flexion, long jump, and Course Navette.
Efectos de un programa de voleibol recreativo en el nivel de sedentarismo en niños de 9 a 12 años
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2021-09-30) Balboa Pomavilla, Henry Jonathan; Romero Romero, Andrés Esteban; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
Background: the little movement in people and the long periods of time performing activities that require little effort lead to the appearance of non-communicable pathologies that sooner or later cause a high risk of mortality if it is not fought from the beginning, the promotion and Adequate practice of physical activity from an early age is an effective method to eradicate this social problem, in addition to improving the quality of life, it provides physical and psychological well-being by practicing it frequently. Objective: To analyze the effects of a recreational volleyball program on the level of sedentary lifestyle in children between 9 and 12 years from Honorato Vásquez parish. Methodology: a quantitative, pre-experimental study was carried out, the study sample is intentional for convenience that corresponds to 20 children belonging to the parish of Honorato Vásquez. To determine the level of physical activity of the participants, the PAQ-C questionnaire was used in the Spanish version with a cultural adaptation of the list of activities. The statistical analysis was carried out using Excel and the SPSS statistical program in version 20, the information is presented in tables using frequencies and percentages. The Wilcoxon test was applied to verify pre-post intervention differences. Results: the study population presents significant changes regarding the comparison of the two test take, in the first application of the questionnaire, 50% of the participants presented a null and low practice of physical activity, while after the application of the program and in turn the application of the second questionnaire shows a favorable increase in the practice of physical activity, with 85% of the participants performing moderate to intense activity and only 15% remain within a range of 15% practice. The Wilcoxon test demonstrated statistically significant changes in the participants' overall Physical Activity with a p value of 0.019
Evaluación de las capacidades físicas en los futbolistas del Club Independiente Azogues durante el periodo de competencia 2023
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2023-08-28) Carangui Landín, Alex Patricio; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
In today's world, soccer is the sport par excellence, however, in order to achieve sufficient merits to reach an excellent category, it is necessary that the players have a physical condition that allows them to fully comply with all the activities that are required for achieve a good performance and hence it is important to know the assessment of the physical condition in the footballer to know where he starts from and how his evolution is being with the different training sessions proposed during the year and from there this work aims to analyze the physical qualities of the footballers of the Club Independiente Azogues in the 2023 Competition period, determining the need and usefulness of the evaluation instruments. Methodologically it is a quantitative investigation because mathematical/statistical processes are used to assess the data of the applied tests. In addition, it is a field investigation because it is carried out directly in the place where the investigation arises, that is, in the Club Independiente Azogues. For the rest, it is a bibliographical research, descriptive level. The sample is made up of 20 players who signed the consent. The evaluation of the physical qualities is carried out by means of the Bangsbo Sprint Test, the Leg Strength Test, the Yuhasz Test and the Flexibility Test. As a result, it was obtained that the players have developed the qualities depending on the position they occupy and the age range.
Gamificación: programa de intervención sobre la motivación de escolares de EGB en educación física
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-05-09) Chacón Jaramillo, Carolina Johana; Guambaña Merchán, Clara Margarita; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
Due to COVID-19, recently Physical Education (PE) has been adapted to an online form considering various teaching strategies where gamification provides meaningful experiences to students based on playful methodologies on the teaching of various aspects within the classes of PE taking innovation and motivation to act as essential points for the execution of this teaching method. The main objective of this research is to evaluate the intervention effects of a gamified program on the motivation of fifth-grade EGB students. For its execution, a pre-experimental method of quantitative order was chosen, in which 36 students participated during Physical Education classes at the "Herlinda Toral" Educational Unit in the city of Cuenca. The intervention program was carried out virtually and has been based on the movie "The Incredibles" where the main focus was to work on basic's physical qualities (endurance, strength, speed, and flexibility); the execution was developed in 12 sessions adjusting to the current context and the needs of the students. The Motivation in Physical Education questionnaire (CMEF) was used, which shows five categories on which the perception of the students towards the intervention of the gamified program is formed; this instrument was used before and after the intervention whose quantitative results show that statistically significant changes are presented in the last dimension of the profiles mentioned in CMEF since it positively increases the motivation and predisposition to learning of the students towards the practice during the classes in which gamification was used. (z = 2,6; p˂0,05)
Implementación de un programa de actividad física moderada para mejorar la calidad de vida en los adultos mayores de la fundación Santa María de la Esperanza, hogar albergue geriátrico el Nido
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2020-01-22) López Barros, Edwin Javier; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The present research was developed in the "Santa María de la Esperanza" foundation, El Nido home geriatric shelter and aimed to implement a program of moderate physical activity aimed at older adults, with the purpose of improving their physical condition and quality of life. Prior to the design of the moderate physical activity program, functional capacity and physical condition were measured, using the Barthel Index (IB) and the Senior Fitness Test (SFT), respectively. The designed program lasted 12 weeks and focused on improving the strength, flexibility, aerobic endurance and balance of the 25 elderly participants. Finally, the physical condition of the participants after the application of the designed program was evaluated, applying the SFT again and analyzing the results of the before and after. The IBM SPSS Statistics 20 program was used to analyze the data. The results of the application of the IB to the elderly participants revealed, in a general way, that they have moderate dependency to perform ten basic activities of daily life (ADL), achieving a lower performance in activities such as bathing, dressing and undressing, which It was concluded that it is due to the care received in this institution. On the other hand, the results referring to the analysis of the SFT before and after the application of the program of moderate physical activity, revealed that in all the trial of the test there were significant increases, that is to say, there was an increase in muscle strength, flexibility, aerobic resistance and balance of all the elderly participants, which shows that the program of moderate physical activity designed and applied, improved the physical conditions of the elderly, allowing this so that they improve their quality of life, by improving their physical condition and therefore be active and independent individuals.
Implicación del método de enseñanza sobre la condición física, obesidad y relaciones sociales en niños escolarizados de 11-12 años
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-03-06) Morocho Morocho, Nathaly Silvana; Morocho Patiño, Diego Xavier; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
Objective: quantify the effects of the application of two teaching methods: reciprocal teaching (RT) to E.U Federico Proaño students (S1) and direct command (DC) to E.U Tres de Noviembre students (S2). The variables used were physical condition status (PCS), obesity, and social relationships (SR). Tools: PCS was assessed with the Eurofit battery; BMI was used for obesity, and the BPNES questionnaire was used for SR. Results: The PCS variable in S1: all the tests; flexion test held in suspension, abdominal exercises (ABS), long jump, and 10x5m round trip race value P = 0.000 it shows improvement. In S2, the flexion test maintained in suspension value P = 0.142, in (ABS), long jump value, and round-trip race 10x5m value P = 0.000, indicating improvement except in the first test. In the obesity variable, in S1 the P value = 0.010, and in S2 the P value = 0.745, which indicates improvement only for S1. In the SR variable, in S1, question 3 P value = 0.055, question 6 P value = 0.060, question 9 P value = 0.015, and question 12 P value = 0.231; it indicates stability. In S2, question 3 P value = 0.032, question 6 P value = 0.002, question 9 P value = 0.000, and question 12 P value = 0.000; it indicates significant effects for the students in S2. Conclusion: The statistical significance indicates the RT method proved to be the best methodological choice because it optimized the PCS and obesity significantly and it kept the SR stable.
Importancia del desentrenamiento deportivo en el proceso de preparación del deportista. Estudio en deportistas azuayos
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-09-19) Jara García, Jorge Adrián; León Basantez, Carlos Andrés; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The main objective of this study was to determine the level of knowledge that elite athletes and coaches have about the importance of detraining within the athlete's preparation process. For this purpose, a qualitative study was carried out. The technique used was the semi-structured interview, with a questionnaire of eight questions. This questionnaire was validated by professionals in the field. A simple random convenience sampling was developed, with a sample of five interviewees; three elite athletes from the Azuay Sports Federation (athletics); and two coaches: one coach from the Azuay Athletics Federation and one coach specialized in high intensity interval training. The results showed that both athletes and coaches have notions about sports detraining as a process of adaptation to reduce exercise loads to which the elite athlete is accustomed, in order to avoid any negative consequences on health. However, only one athlete expands her arguments in relation to health. Coaches also know about the subject, but only one establishes broad arguments of sports detraining regarding the planning process, time, health, recreational activities.
Influencia de un programa de aeróbicos en el nivel de motivación intrínseca, nivel de actividad física y parámetros antropométricos en adultos de 30 a 64 años del barrio Bellavista-Chiquintad
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-11-22) Cabrera Loja, Jorge David; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
Overweight and obesity is one of the most worrying problems of recent years, and the World Health Organization has tried to mitigate this public health problem. But current exercise programs have not been able to fully meet the needs of the adult population. The main purpose of the present work is to evaluate the influence of an aerobics program on the intrinsic motivation, level of physical activity and anthropometric parameters of the inhabitants of the Bellavista sector of the Chiquintad parish in the city of Cuenca. With a total sample of 20 people. This research had a duration of 9 weeks and 5 days, performing aerobic exercises of low, moderate and intense intensity. Pre- and post-evaluations were performed using internationally validated instruments. The results showed a significant improvement in the aspects of physical activity level, from low to moderate, an improvement in intrinsic motivation, highlighting aspects such as autonomy and competence, a reduction in body mass index (BMI) and waist hip index (WHI).
Motivational profiles in physical education students from three countries and their relationship with physical activity [Perfiles motivacionales en estudiantes de educación física de tres países y su relación con la actividad física]
(FUNDACION UNIVERSITARIA KONRAD LORENZ, 2017-01-01) Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The aim of this study was to determine the motivational profiles of physical education students, and to examine their relationship with physical activity and their intention of being physically active. An attempt was also made to verify whether these profiles and their relationship with physical activity and intention to be physically active remained stable in Spanish, Colombian and Ecuadorian adolescents. The sample consisted of 2670 students aged 12 to 16 (M = 14.30; SD = 1.66), from different schools from Madrid, Armenia, and Cuenca. The results show that there are three motivational profiles: Low-moderately motivated, highly motivated-low ego, and highly motivated. The data analysis also showed that the highly motivated profile had the highest score both in physical activity and in the intention to practice it, followed by highly motivated-low ego, and low-moderately motivated profiles. The characteristics of both profiles —as well as the relationships established with dependent variables— remained stable in the samples of the three countries. As a conclusion, highly motivated profile showed higher levels of physical activity and intention to be physically active in the future. There were similarities between adolescents from the different countries.
Nature relatedness as a potential factor to promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior in Ecuadorian children
(2021) Escandón Dután, Samuel Adrián; Van Dyck, Delfien; Cardon, Greet Maria; Salvo, Deborah; Fiebelkorn, Florian; Andrade Tenesaca, Dolores Susana; Ochoa Avilés, María Cristina; Garcia Garcia, Ana Angelica; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo; Alvarez Alvarez, Mario; Ochoa Avilés, Angélica María; Molina Cando, María José
Background Nature relatedness can be associated with health-related outcomes. This study aims to evaluate the associations of nature relatedness with physical activity and sedentary behavior. Methods A cross-sectional study involving 9–12 year old children living in Cuenca, Ecuador, was conducted between October 2018 and March 2019. Questionnaires were used to evaluate physical activity (PAQ-C), out-of-school sedentary behavior, nature relatedness and wellbeing. Associations of nature relatedness with physical activity, and sedentary behavior were evaluated using linear regression models or tobit regressions adjusted by age, sex, school type, wellbeing, and body mass index z-score. Results A total of 1028 children were surveyed (average age:10.4±1.22 years, 52% female.). Nature relatedness was positively associated with physical activity (β = 0.07; CI 95%: 0.05–0.09; p < 0.001) and non-screen-related sedentary leisure (β = 3.77 minutes; CI 95%: 0.76–6.68; p < 0.05); it was negatively associated with screen time (β = -5.59 minutes; CI 95%: -10.53–0.65; p < 0.05). Conclusions Findings suggest that nature relatedness is associated with physical activity and some sedentary behaviors among Ecuadorian school-age children. The promotion of nature relatedness has the potential to improve health.
Prevalencia del síndrome de Burnout en árbitros profesionales de fútbol de la provincia del Azuay
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-11-22) Brito Criollo, Lenin Ricardo; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
Background: Refereeing professionals are among the group that accumulates the most stress during sports competitions due to the functions they perform. This stress can cause negative psychological and somatic effects on health; therefore, they may experience Burnout syndrome. This pathology is a common factor in the psychopathological spectrum of professions characterized by human interaction, and is defined by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and low personal fulfillment (Martínez, 2014). Objective: Determine the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome in professional soccer referees in the province of Azuay, Cuenca 2023. Methodology: Quantitative study, descriptive crosssectional design; non-probabilistic convenience sampling; The study population is made up of professional soccer referees from the province of Azuay. The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) test was applied; it measures the frequency and intensity with which Burnout is suffered. It consists of 22 affirmative items about the professional's feelings and attitudes in their work; For the statistical analysis, the IBM SPSS statistical program version 25 was used. Results: The High level of Burnout is 28.9%, affecting 11 participants of the investigated population.
Programa de iniciación al voleibol basada en la hibridación de modelos y sus efectos en la coordinación óculo-manual y agilidad en escolares de 10 a 12 años
(Universidad de Cuenca. Facultad de Filosofía, Letras y Ciencias de la Educación, 2025-10-29) Caisabanda Lema, Lisbeth Alexandra; Cango Japón, Pablo Alexander; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
Physical Education (PE) is a fundamental pillar in the integral development of children. The principles of Hybridization of Pedagogical Models (HMP) represent a teaching approach that differs from traditional methods by positioning the student as the main actor in the learning process. This study aims to analyze the effect of a volleyball initiation program through the implementation of two pedagogical models: Sports Education (SE) and Comprehensive Sport Education (CSE) on hand-eye coordination and agility in schoolchildren. A pre-experimental design with causal scope was used, involving 36 seventh-grade students from Basic General Education (EGB), aged between 10 and 12 years. A Hybrid Didactic Unit (HDU), based on the SE and CST models, was applied over 12 weeks (21 sessions of 90 minutes each). To determine the intervention’s effect, a dependent-samples t test was performed with a significance level of 5%. Results showed significant improvements in both hand-eye coordination and agility. It is concluded that pedagogical hybridization in the context of Physical Education can be effectively applied to strengthen physical-motor performance when structured, progressive, and contextualized strategies are used.
Propiedades psicométricas de la (BPNES) adaptada a la Educación Física en Argentina, España y Colombia
(2018) Franco, Evelia; Coterón López, Javier; Gómez, Valeria Maribel; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The main goal of this study was to examine the extent to which psychometric properties from the Basic Psychological Needs in Exercise Scale (BPNES) are invariant across samples of Argentine, Spanish and Colombian physical education students. The questionnaire was distributed to 1153 students (44.6% male) from ages 13 to 16 (M = 14.68; SD = 1.09). Confirmatory factor analyses carried out in independent samples revealed suitable psychometric properties in the three samples. Multi-sample confirmatory factor analyses showed that factor structure, factor loadings and intercepts can be considered invariant across the groups. However, residual variances were found to be different across some of the samples. Findings are discussed in terms of internal consistency and differences observed between the three samples. Findings support valid cross-cultural comparisons using BPNES
Relación del contenido de clase de educación física y la participación docente con el nivel de actividad física extracurricular en adolescentes de 10-12 años
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-01-17) Medina Chávez, Stalin Miguel; Brito Parra, Jorge Eduardo
The main purpose of this research is to examine, using reliable and valid instruments, the relationship between the physical education curriculum at Unidad Educativa Santa Isabel and the amount of extracurricular physical activity among students aged 10 to 12 years. To understand how students' participation in physical education (PE) courses is related to their overall levels of physical activity, this study used a quantitative strategy based on a cross- sectional observational design. A total of 117 students from the sixth, seventh and eighth grades of the GBS program of the Santa Isabel Educational Unit participated in the research. A non-probabilistic sampling strategy was used for the study. The PAQ-C questionnaire was administered to evaluate the levels of PA (Physical Activity) after having used the SOFIT instruments to evaluate the course material, student activity and instructor commitment. Therefore, it is concluded that successful methods for increasing participation in physical activity in and out of school can be developed and proposed when a thorough understanding of the connection between physical education courses and daily physical activity in and out of school hours has been achieved.