Abstract
The scientific literature has formulated several theories, publications and academic debates used as a backdrop, in the school universe. Reflecting on inequalities and promote social inclusion is one of the challenges for the educators proposed by science. The objective of this study was to determine if there are differences in fitness among boys and girls in primary education. Methodology: Data were collected from 44 children with a mean age of 8.65 (± 0.6) years, 22 males and 22 females. We measured weight (kg), height (m) and calculated the BMI (kg / m²). The tests applied were speed (50 meters), agility (shuttlerun) and lower limb strength (vertical jump). Results: There were no significant differences in anthropometric and physical fitness between the two groups. Conclusion: The findings of this study, together with analysis of similar studies, previous, with different populations, suggest that not differences physical skills between genders in that phase of childhood, so that under this premise does not justify the separation of students in Physical Education class.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1-11 |
| Journal | Conexões |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| State | Published - Oct 2 2015 |
Keywords
- Gender
- Physical Fitness
- Child