Evidence Summary
There is a clear benefit on gained from physical activity, which improves psychosocial health, particularly if the family is involved. It is also correlated with a significant improvement in quality of life.
References
- Change in health-related Quality of Life in the context of paediatric obesity interventions:a meta-analytic review. Steele RG, Gayes LA, Dalton WT, Smith C, Maphis L, Conway-Williams E.