49.1 % of adults with DCD had co-occurring executive function (EF) deficits.

Cold EF deficits were more prevalent than hot emotion-related deficits.

Co-occurring EF deficits contribute to poor emotional, mental, and overall well-being.

EF should be evaluated in DCD care plan.

The Kids-BESTest-2 can help specify postural control problems.

Age and MABC-2 total and balance scores predict performance on the Kids-BESTest-2.

The prediction formula helps clinicians decide to administer the Kids-BESTest-2.

Different exercises produce similar musculoskeletal adaptations.

The difference in biological adaptations is related to the total work performed.

Clinical trials compare exercises without adjusting for total work.

Aerobic exercise: Total work can be calculated using duration and activity load variables.

Strength training: Total work can be calculated using the sets, time under tension, and load.