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Developmental trajectories of motor imagery in relation to physical fitness in children aged 7 to 14 years: a one year follow-up study

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Motor imagery (MI) is fundamentally linked to the motor system. It improves motor learning and optimizes motor actions without physical execution, highlighting its unique role in rehabilitation programs and motor performance. Understanding the developmental trajectories of MI and the factors influencing its variability across ages could enable more effective, age-specific strategies for pediatric rehabilitation. This study assessed 65 children aged 7 to 14 years at two time points 1 year apart. MI ability was assessed using the Movement Imagery Questionnaire for Children, and physical fitness was evaluated using the SLOfit testing battery. Among the three perspectives assessed

Source: DiRROS repository (University of Maribor)

Authors: Šlosar, Luka, Puš, Katarina, Marušič, Uroš

Institutions: Alma Mater Europaea, Znanstveno-raziskovalno središče Koper

Language: English

Topic: Children's Physical and Motor Development

Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funders: European Commission, Javna Agencija za Raziskovalno Dejavnost RS, HORIZON EUROPE Framework Programme

Awards: TWINning the BRAIN with machine learning for neuro-muscular efficiency, ERA TALENTS FOR BOOSTING AND BALANCING BRAIN CIRCULATION, Kinesiology for quality of life, G434337789, G4688956705