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Summary
A group of 170 third-grade students participated in this study to determine whether children of military parents are healthier and more active than children of civilian parents. Compared to civilians, children of Service members performed poorer on fitness tests and watched more hours of television.
Citation
Stephens, M. B., Harrison, J. J., Wilson, C., Ringler, R. L., Robinson, C. (2003). Are Children of Military Parents More Physically Fit Than Children of Civilian Parents?. Family Medicine, 35, 404-407.