Background: Physical inactivity is a serious public health problem for people of all ages and is currently the fourth highest global risk factor for mortality. The transition period from adolescence to adulthood coincides with a marked reduction in participation in physical activity, with more than 50% (and up to 80%) of young adults stopping physical activity. This decrease in physical activity is more evident in women than in men. Despite efforts, existing programs face challenges in effectively initiating and maintaining physical activity among individuals, particularly women, for extended durations. To address these limitations, the Women’s Involvement in Steady Exercise (WISE) randomized controlled trial (RCT) seeks to assess the efficacy of a digital high-intensity training intervention complemented by nutritional plans and other health-related advice. Methods: The study will be a three-center, randomized (1:1), controlled, parallel-group trial with a six-month intervention period. A total of 300 participants will be recruited at three study sites in Spain, Serbia and Italy. The participants will be randomized to one of the two groups and will follow a six-month program. The primary outcome of the study is the daily step count. Self-reported physical activity, the adherence to the exercise program, body composition, physical activity enjoyment, quality of sleep and physical capacities will also be evaluated.

Physical exercise is crucial for maintaining good health and well-being. Scientific research on the impact of physical exercise on health is fundamental for advancing our understanding of the subject, informing public health policies, promoting evidence-based medical practices, and ultimately improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities. The basic goal of this research is to determine the relevance of the term health as a carrier of a promotional message on the fitness market in the Republic of Serbia. The paper used descriptive statistics to describe the sample, T test of independent samples, one-factor analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Pearson's correlation analysis to examine the relationship between variables. The research results showed that the primary focus of the promotional message should still be health. Apart from this, the research found that a significant number of fitness centers use Instagram as the primary social network, and that there is great promotional potential in the relationships that develop between employees and service users.

The aim of this research is to determine whether the Illinois test (IL), T-test (Tt), 4x5m Shuttle run (4x5m), 20 m Sprint (S20m), 10 m Sprint (S10m) are reliable tests in assessing the speed and agility of cadet basketball players. The strategy of this research involved a traditional quantitative approach to research with a correlation studies design. The total sample consisted of 38 male participants. The mean age of the participants was -AGE=16.03 years, body height-BH=183.5 cm; body mass-BM=74.1 kg; Body Mass Index-BMI=22.08 kg/m2. The most reliable agility test when performing without a ball is ILNB, while less reliable are TtNB and the 4x5mNB, both without a ball. A reliable test that is performed without a ball to assess the speed of a cadet basketball player is the S10mNB. On the other hand, all speed and agility tests when performed with a ball are reliable for testing cadet basketball players. The proposed speed and agility tests have proven to be reliable for cadet basketball players.

Redovna fizička aktivnost, pored estetskog efekta, poboljšava kvalitet života, pozitivno utiče na zdravlje i smanjuje mogućnost nastanka mnogih bolesti. Bavljenje fizičkom aktivnošću doprinosi razvoju samospoznaje, ličnog zadovoljstva i samopoštovanja. Postoji mnogo programa koji su se razvili unutar fitnesa, a jedan od tih programa jeste i akvafitnes. U jednom trenutku praksa iz teretana i sala „preselila“ se u bazene i nastao je novi oblik vežbanja poznatiji još kao „akva fitnes“. Pozitivno dejstvo vode ogleda se u fiziološkom, psihološkom i emocionalnom aspektu. Brojna istraživanja govore o pozitivnom uticaju akva fitnesa na mentalno zdravlje žena (u Mađarskoj, Španiji, Кini, Brazilu, Meksiku, Poljskoj i Кoreji). Cilj rada je da se utvrde benefiti akva fitnesa, Well-being upitnikom, na mentalno zdravlje žena. Nakon istraživanja i obrade podataka potvrđeno je da akva fitnes pozitivno utiče na opšte blagostanje žena. Iako je broj istraživanja koja ispituju efekat vode i vežbanja u vodi na mentalno zdravlje relativno mali, ovom studijom dali smo doprinos već postojećim istraživanjima. Na taj način smo dodatno učvrstili stav da akva fitnes ima pozitivan efekat na mentalno zdravlje.

Background/Objectives: Dyslexia, a prevalent reading disorder, substantially affects children’s educational and social development. Early diagnosis is essential for timely intervention; however, Serbia lacks a standardized instrument for assessing dyslexia in primary school children. This study aimed to evaluate the reliability and predictive validity of the Dyslexia Screening Test-Junior (DST-J), which was adapted for the Serbian language and cultural context. Methods: The study sample comprised 647 children from the general population, aged 6 years and 6 months to 11 years and 5 months, along with 30 children of comparable age exhibiting reading difficulties. The assessment of validity was based on the at-risk quotient, predictive validity, and test–retest reliability. Results: Significant differences in at-risk quotient (ARQ) scores were found between children with and without dyslexia (t = 14.90, p < 0.001), with boys, particularly those aged 9.6 to 10.5 years, having higher risk scores than girls. Internal consistency was acceptable (Cronbach’s α = 0.704), and construct validity was confirmed by correlations with external measures, which explained 44% of the variance (R² = 0.44; p < 0.01). Predictive validity was high for key subtests such as rapid naming and phonemic segmentation, reaching maximum accuracy (sensitivity and specificity = 1). Conclusions: The findings indicate that the adapted DST-J is effective in identifying dyslexia risk among Serbian primary school children. The innovation of this study lies in the cultural adaptation of the DST-J, with future research directed towards refining this instrument and exploring additional diagnostic criteria to enhance its accuracy and inclusivity.

The ability of mass media to guide public attention has been known throughout history, and it has become much more important in the digital age when information is abundant. This era has also created many new opportunities for information distribution outside the traditional media, allowing media professionals and a wide spectrum of others to spread mass messages. All of this has impacted sports and physical activity, increasing the importance of media in this section of society in various ways. The purpose of this study was to see how different actors (parents, teachers, coaches) with varying daily routines (depending on their career) gather information regarding the value and impacts of physical activity, as well as whether it is important to them at all. The role of mass media is also assessed in disseminating information on these topics compared to other potential sources, such as conversations with friends, sports coaches, and doctors. The research was conducted in September 2022 as part of the „Promoting Green Strategies in Sport, ERASMUS Sport+“ initiative. It included participants from Serbia, Belgium, and Bulgaria. Based on the findings, it can be concluded that respondents primarily obtain information from socialnetworks, friends, and doctors, which can serve as a guideline for the future development of communication channels about the importance and effects of physical activity.