Abstract: Publications of articles with physical literacy as a topic have increased dramatically since the beginning of 2000s. The aim of this paper is to, through an explorative literature overview with an inductive approach, analyze … Read More
A clash of fundamental assumptions: Can/should we measure physical literacy?
Background The concept of physical literacy (PL) is gaining popularity within public health and physical education circles. However, little is known about the relationship between perceived and actual PL levels among school-aged children. The aim … Read More
Unpacking the physical literacy concept for K-12 physical education: What should we expect the learner to master?
Abstract The term “physical literacy” is gaining traction in many countries and institutions as a goal for physical education. This paper explores the concept of physical literacy and highlights the foundational work in this area, … Read More
Exercise immunology: The compelling link between physical activity and the body’s defense system
Highlights This review has highlighted the following key points regarding exercise immunology: Acute exercise is an immune system adjuvant that improves defense activity and metabolic health. Data support a clear inverse relationship between moderate exercise … Read More
Operationalizing Physical Literacy through Sport Education
Abstract Physical literacy (PL), as embodied within physical education (PE), has been vaunted as having increasing importance as a disposition for students of all abilities to establish lifelong adherence to physical activity. The purpose of … Read More