Table 3 Key findings and implications

Disproportionate impact of the pandemic on the physical activity behaviour among girls and children from lower socio-economic groups

Girls and children from lower socio-economic groups may be at a greater risk of lower physical activity levels. Practitioners would benefit from considering the unique barriers and challenges within these groups in order to ensure the equitable promotion of health and wellbeing

Interrupted development of social, emotional, and physical skills

Strategies to promote physical, social, and emotional development opportunities for children are warranted. Practitioners may benefit from drawing on sport and other physical activities to promote development opportunities for children

Increased dependence on active clubs for physical activity

Ensuring that sufficient, affordable, and accessible active club provision is available for all children is important for encouraging physical activity. Exploring the barriers and challenges to increasing provision is warranted to optimise provision