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Research shows that children's activity levels at the age of five can predict fat mass later in life. The study, using accelerometers, highlights the lasting impact of early physical activity on body fat in older children.
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Children’s Activity Levels at Age Five Are a Predictor of Fat Mass Later in Life Janz K, Kwon S, Letuchy E, et al. “Sustained Effect of Early Physical Activity on Body Fat Mass in Older Children.” American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 37(1): 35-40, July 2009. This data was measured by accelerometers.