The Promoting Active Communities Program: improvement of Michigan's self-assessment tool.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Interventions promoting physical activity (PA) in youth have had limited success, in part because studies with methodological challenges have yielded an incomplete understanding of personal, social, and environmental influences on PA. This study described changes in these factors for subgroups of youth with ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Saunders RP,Dishman RK,Dowda M,Pate RR

更新日期：2020-07-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate daily physical activity (PA) patterns of 8- to 9-year-old Irish children from socially disadvantaged areas. Methods: Children (N = 408) were asked to wear an ActiGraph accelerometer for a minimum of 4 days. Based on mean daily moderate- to vigorous-intensity PA ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Belton S,Breslin G,Shannon S,O'Brien W,Fitzpatrick B,Haughey T,Chambers F,Powell D,McCullagh D,Brennan D

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evaluation studies of large scale physical activity promotion programs are rare in Latin America. The aim of the current study was to evaluate the association between various forms of exposure to Academia da Cidade (PAC), a professionally supervised intervention in Aracaju (Brazil), and leisure-time physical...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Mendonça BC,Oliveira AC,Toscano J J O,Knuth AG,Borges TT,Malta DC,Cruz DK,Hallal PC

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Healthcare professionals are influential sources of health information and guidance for people of all ages. However healthcare providers do not routinely address physical activity (PA). Engaging health professionals in a national plan for physical activity will depend upon whether proven strategies can be fo...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Patrick K,Pratt M,Sallis RE

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about the effects that climatic conditions, especially extreme heat, have on physical activity (PA) levels. The aim of this 2-year cohort analysis undertaken in the Arabian Gulf region was to assess changes in objectively-assessed PA as a result of changes in climatic conditions. METHODS:A t...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Al-Mohannadi AS,Farooq A,Burnett A,Van Der Walt M,Al-Kuwari MG

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We investigate the association of different composite walkability measures with individual walking behaviors to determine if multicomponent metrics of walkability are more useful for assessing the health impacts of the built environment than single component measures. METHODS:We use a previously published c...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Vargo J,Stone B,Glanz K

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prediabetes is a strong risk factor for the development of Type2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Modification in lifestyle plays an important role to avoid the prognosis of T2DM and its complications in future. The aim of our study was to focus on the effectiveness of physical activity (PA) intervention program on...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Jadhav RA,Hazari A,Monterio A,Kumar S,Maiya AG

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this research was to investigate the relationships between physical activity, health-related quality of life (HRQL), and psychosocial functioning (mood states, physical self-efficacy, social support) in adults with cerebral palsy (N = 51). The data was heavily skewed, with many participants reporting th...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Gaskin CJ,Morris T

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical inactivity in elderly is a public health problem. The purpose of this study is to describe and test the association between social support and leisure-time physical activity among the elderly. METHODS:A cross-sectional, population-based study with 1,285 subjects (60+ years old) living in a city in ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Böhm AW,Mielke GI,da Cruz MF,Ramirez VV,Wehrmesister FC

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the well-documented benefits of physical activity, North Americans remain insufficiently inactive. Consequently, determining what motivates individuals to engage in physical activity becomes increasingly important. The purpose of this study was to examine whether the frequency of negative appearance-...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Cline L,Gammage KL

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:U.S. Latinos engage in nonleisure-time walking (NLTW) more than other ethno-racial groups. Studies are needed to explore factors associated with NLTW to inform interventions for effective physical activity promotion. PURPOSE:To examine the social-ecological correlates of NLTW among Mexican-origin Latinos. ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Martinez SM,Arredondo EM,Roesch S,Patrick K,Ayala GX,Elder JP

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research suggests that individuals who talk with their physicians about lifestyle behaviors are more physically active. Research on this topic is limited in the U.S. Latino population. This study examines doctor-patient communication from the perspective of enrollees in a physical activity (PA) intervention....

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Reilly M,Ayala GX,Elder JP,Patrick K

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The objective of this study was to investigate the associations between sedentary behavior patterns and cardiometabolic risk in children using a monitor that accurately distinguishes between different postures. METHODS:In this cross-sectional study, 118 children (67 girls) aged 11-12 years had adiposity, bl...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Stockwell SL,Smith LR,Weaver HM,Hankins DJ,Bailey DP

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about the associations between natural amenities, recreation facility density, and obesity, at a national level. Therefore, the purpose of this paper was to examine associations between county-level natural amenities, density of recreation facilities, and obesity prevalence among United State...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Jilcott Pitts SB,Edwards MB,Moore JB,Shores KA,DuBose KD,McGranahan D

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence of the positive effects of school physical activity (PA) interventions, including classroom-based PA (CBPA), is rapidly growing. However, few studies examine how variations in scheduled PA opportunities and teacher-implemented CBPA affect students' PA outcomes. METHODS:Teachers at 5 elementary scho...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Calvert HG,Mahar MT,Flay B,Turner L

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The current study was undertaken to examine the associations between self-determination, exercise habit, anxiety, depression, stress, and academic achievement among adolescents aged 13 and 14 years in eastern Malaysia. METHODS:The sample consisted of 750 secondary school students (mean age = 13.4 years, SD ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Hashim HA,Freddy G,Rosmatunisah A

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Approximately 17.4% of people in Mexico self-report physical activity levels below the World Health Organization's guidelines and an average sedentary time of 16 hours per day.1 Low physical activity has been associated with noncommunicable disease risk factors and previous research suggests that urbanicity ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Hermosillo-Gallardo ME,Jago R,Sebire SJ

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Active school commuting is widely regarded as a key opportunity for youth to participate in physical activity (PA). However, the accurate measurement of the commute home from school and its contribution to total free-living moderate-to-vigorous PA (MVPA) is relatively unexplored. METHODS:Seventy-five adoles...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Collins P,Al-Nakeeb Y,Lyons M

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to evaluate a college's exercise leadership program, which was developed to help students, faculty and staff implement behavior changes necessary to begin and maintain a comprehensive exercise program. METHODS:From 2006-2011, a total 66 subjects were recruited and each was assi...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Armstrong SN,Henderson DR,Williams BM,Burcin MM

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of globally recommended levels of physical activity on cognition and motor behavior is not completely understood. Therefore, the main aim of this study was to assess the effect of 300 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise on cognitive and motor performance among overweight and ob...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Zlibinaite L,Skurvydas A,Kilikeviciene S,Solianik R

更新日期：2020-12-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:New parents have to adjust to less sleep, less free time, and more responsibility as a result of having a child. The purpose of this study was to examine how having a child impacts the physical activity (PA) beliefs and behaviors of new parents over a 2- to 3-year time period. METHODS:Participants included ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Hull EE,Garcia JM,Kolen AM,Robertson RJ

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low levels of physical activity and high levels of sedentary behavior (SB) are major public health concerns. This study was designed to develop and validate the 7-day Sedentary (S) and Light Intensity Physical Activity (LIPA) Log (7-day SLIPA Log), a self-report measure of specific daily behaviors. METHOD:T...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Barwais FA,Cuddihy TF,Washington T,Tomson LM,Brymer E

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Socioeconomic characteristics of locations where physical activity equipment is installed may affect the activity level of users. The purpose of this study was to verify patterns of use and physical activity levels in fitness zones installed in low- and high-income neighborhoods in the city of Curitiba, Br...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Alberico CO,Hipp JA,Reis RS

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The absolute energy cost of activities in children increase with age due to greater muscle mass and physical capability associated with growth and developmental maturation; however, there is a paucity of data in preschool-aged children. Study aims were 1) to describe absolute and relative energy cost of comm...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Puyau MR,Adolph AL,Liu Y,Wilson TA,Zakeri IF,Butte NF

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reliable audit tools are needed to examine the potential of built environment features for physical activity. METHODS:An audit tool for alley environments was developed with land use, substrate, and use, condition, and safety items. Two audit teams independently audited 29 Los Angeles alleys, and interteam ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Seymour M,Reynolds KD,Wolch J

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The wrist has become a standard location for accelerometry (ACC) data collection, primarily to optimize compliance, yet interpretation of wrist ACC data is limited due to a lack of calibration studies. This study aimed to establish cutpoints for a wrist-mounted Actical accelerometer in 6- to 11-year-old chil...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Schaefer CA,Nace H,Browning R

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study investigated the relationship between objectively-measured total physical activity (PA), and intensity of PA and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP) in 211 healthy, middle-age women (43.1±3.0 y). In addition, this study examined the extent to which age, BMI, abdominal circumference, and body...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： LeCheminant J,Tucker L,Russell K

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Kenz Lifecorder EX (KL) is a relatively new, moderately priced, user friendly accelerometer that tracks step counts and time spent in various intensity classifications. Thus, the KL is an attractive instrument for researchers and the public. However, there is limited research comparing the KL's output to...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Abel M,Hannon J,Lillie T,Sell K,Anderson D,Conlin G

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Although levels of physical activity (PA) have been researched, no information on how university students organize their PA across different life domains is available. The purpose of this study is to explore if and how students organize their PA across transport and recreational domains, and to identify th...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Murphy JJ,MacDonncha C,Murphy MH,Murphy N,Nevill AM,Woods CB

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:One- to two-week test-retest reliability and construct validity (against pedometer step counts) of the CHAMPS physical activity questionnaire were evaluated in older Australian adults. METHODS:Participants (n=100, age>65 years) were invited to complete CHAMPS by mail. Spearman correlation coefficients are r...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Giles K,Marshall AL

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00