Associations between physical activity, positive affect, and self-regulation during preschoolers' everyday lives

ConclusionsEngaging in more MVPA than usual on a given day was positively associated with preschoolers' daily positive affect, which was associated with higher daily self-regulation levels. Whereas physical activity seems to have short-term associations on a daily basis, positive affect seems to facilitate children's self-regulation skills both intra- and inter-individually.
Source: Mental Health and Physical Activity - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research