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The effect of active video gaming on children’s physical activity, behavior preferences and body composition

Author/s:

Atkinson, G. ; Graves, L.; Ridgers, N. D. ; Stratton, G.

Citation:

Graves, L., Ridgers, N. D., Atkinson, G., & Stratton, G. (2010). The effect of active video gaming on children’s physical activity, behavior preferences and body composition. Pediatric Exercise Science, 22(4), 535-546.

Blood Typing

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Blood Typing

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Developer:

Road Ready Streetwise

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Developer:

SilverFit Newton

Website

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Developer:

Lunch Crunch 2

Website

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Healthy Eating & Exercise Software

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Developer:

Wii Sports

Website

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