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Vol. 13 No. 5 (2026)
International Multidisciplinary Journal for Research & Development

Articles

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SPECIAL PHYSICAL EXERCISES IN FORMING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AMONG SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN WITH EXCESSIVE BODY WEIGHT

Published 2026-05-19

  • Yuldashev Bobirjon Noibjon ugli

Yuldashev Bobirjon Noibjon ugli
teacher of the Department of Physical Culture of the Andijan State Pedagogical Institute.

Abstract

This article examines the effectiveness of specially designed physical activity programs in developing and maintaining healthy lifestyle habits among overweight school-aged children. The study draws on existing experimental, longitudinal, and review-based evidence to assess the measurable effects of targeted motor activity interventions on physiological parameters, behavioral health patterns, and psychological well-being in this population. The findings suggest that tailored exercise programs, when tailored to the developmental and medical profiles of overweight children, can provide significant and long-term improvements in multiple health aspects. The dissertation also argues that integrating such programs into the school curriculum, supported by appropriate pedagogical methods and family involvement, is the most effective way to promote sustainable healthy lifestyles in this high-risk group.

Keywords

healthy lifestyle formation, special physical exercises, school-age children, excessive body weight, childhood obesity, motor activity, adaptive physical culture, behavioral health, exercise effectiveness, school health intervention.

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