Physical activity, screen time, and outdoor learning environment practices and policy implementation: a cross sectional study of Texas child care centers

摘要

BackgroundEarly care and education (ECE) centers are important for combating childhood obesity. Understanding policies and practices of ECE centers is necessary for promotion of healthy behaviors. The purpose of this study is to describe self-reported practices, outdoor environment aspects, and center policies for physical activity and screen time in a statewide convenience sample of non-Head Start Texas ECE centers.