Lifestyle and Children's Health Development

A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Global Pediatric Health".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 October 2025 | Viewed by 646

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Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, 28670 Madrid, Spain
Interests: lifestyle; children’s health; children’s development; interventions to promote a healthy lifestyle

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ImFINE Research Group, Department of Health and Human Performance, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 28223 Madrid, Spain
Interests: health trought physical activity; promotion of healthy habits; evaluation of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The intersection between lifestyle and the development of children's health is a vital area of study that has evolved significantly. The understanding of childhood and its role in health has transitioned towards a comprehensive focus on holistic well-being. This Special Issue aims to delve into the diverse aspects of lifestyle that influence children's health, including diet, physical activity, sleep, sedentary behavior, and mental health. By examining innovative research and interventions, we strive to provide a thorough understanding of how lifestyle choices affect children's long-term health outcomes. We welcome original research, reviews, and short communications that offer fresh insights and practical applications for enhancing children's health via lifestyle modifications.

Dr. Guillermo Garcia-Perez-De-Sevilla
Dr. Augusto García Zapico
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • healthy lifestyles
  • physical activity
  • obesity
  • children
  • adolescents

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Handgrip Strength in Children and Adolescents Aged 3 to 16 Years and Residing in Spain: New Reference Values
by F. Zárate-Osuna, A. G. Zapico and M. González-Gross
Children 2025, 12(4), 471; https://doi.org/10.3390/children12040471 - 6 Apr 2025
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Introduction: Handgrip strength, measured by dynamometry (HGD), is a key measure in assessing physical condition and nutritional status. Its correlation with anthropometric measures and body composition makes it an accessible method for the evaluation of cardiovascular health. This study aimed to develop a [...] Read more.
Introduction: Handgrip strength, measured by dynamometry (HGD), is a key measure in assessing physical condition and nutritional status. Its correlation with anthropometric measures and body composition makes it an accessible method for the evaluation of cardiovascular health. This study aimed to develop a new reference for right-hand dynamometry in the Spanish population and compare it with previous references. Material and Methods: A total of 3281 subjects aged 3 to 16 years (1608 females) from the PESCA, PASOS, and ASOMAD projects were included. Handgrip strength was measured using the same methodology in all cases. Data on age, weight, height, and BMI were collected, and the handgrip strength per kilogram of body weight was calculated. Sexual dimorphism in the temporal development of strength was analyzed, and multiple correlations were established between dynamometry and anthropometric variables. Results: Percentile curves and tables for dynamometry are presented for each sex, including data from as early as 3 years old, for the first time. Conclusions: Sexual dimorphism in strength development is confirmed, becoming more pronounced with puberty. In absolute terms, our study shows a decrease in handgrip strength among adolescents, occurring earlier and more markedly in females. When compared to the previous literature, the 16-year-old male adolescents in our study exhibited lower strength than those from 40 and 16 years ago. Full article
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