Repeatability and accuracy of CHAMPS as a measure of physical activity in a community sample of older Australian adults.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Community-based interventions that incorporate resistance training (RT) and dietary changes have not been extensively studied in overweight and obese older adults. The purpose of this investigation was to determine the effects of a community-based RT and dietary intervention on physical function and body com...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Straight CR,Dorfman LR,Cottell KE,Krol JM,Lofgren IE,Delmonico MJ

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Active school transport (AST) is a recommended strategy to promote physical activity (PA) and prevent overweight (OW) in school-aged children. In many developing countries, such as Colombia, this association has not been well characterized. OBJECTIVE:To determine the association between AST and weight statu...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Arango CM,Parra DC,Eyler A,Sarmiento O,Mantilla SC,Gomez LF,Lobelo F

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We examined the costs of a physical activity (PA) and an educational comparison intervention. 424 older adults at risk for mobility disability were randomly assigned to either condition. The PA program consisted of center-based exercise sessions 3x weekly for 8 weeks, 2x weekly for weeks 9 to 24 and weekly behavioral ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Groessl EJ,Kaplan RM,Blair SN,Rejeski WJ,Katula JA,King AC,Fielding RA,Glynn NW,Pahor M

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Associations between physical activity (PA) intensity and volume and adolescents' cardiometabolic health have research, policy, and practice implications. This study compares associations between cardiometabolic risk factors and 1) moderate-to-vigorous PA (MVPA) minutes versus total PA volume (accelerometer-...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Hatfield DP,Chomitz VR,Chui K,Sacheck J,Economos CD

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Insufficient levels of physical activity and increasing sedentary time among children and youth are being observed internationally. The purpose of this paper is to summarize findings from France's 2018 Report Card on physical activity for children and youth, and to make comparisons with its 2016 predecessor ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Aubert S,Aucouturier J,Vanhelst J,Fillon A,Genin P,Ganière C,Praznoczy C,Larras B,Schipman J,Duclos M,Thivel D

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This paper analyzes changes in the frequency of cycling to school and helmet wearing after the introduction of a mandatory helmet law, and attempts to identify factors associated with the acceptance of helmet use. METHODS:A mixed-method study was designed with a 7-month follow-up period (April 2014 to Novem...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Molina-García J,Queralt A

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To determine Australian primary school principals', teachers', and parents' attitudes to changing school uniform policies to allow students to wear sports uniforms every day and to assess associations between participant characteristics and their attitudes. A secondary aim was to identify principals' and tea...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： McCarthy N,Hope K,Sutherland R,Campbell E,Hodder R,Wolfenden L,Nathan N

更新日期：2020-09-03 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:Although the prevalence of obesity in young children highlights the importance of early interventions to promote physical activity (PA), there are limited data on activity patterns in this age group. The purpose of this study was to describe activity patterns in preschool-aged children and explore difference...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Senso MM,Trost SG,Crain AL,Seburg EM,Anderson JD,Sherwood NE

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The present study evaluated the effectiveness of an autonomy-supportive intervention based on self-determination theory in influencing perceptions of autonomy support, basic psychological needs, behavioral regulations, subjective vitality, and exercise behavior. METHODS:35 female exercise participants age 3...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Moustaka FC,Vlachopoulos SP,Kabitsis C,Theodorakis Y

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Nigerian Report card on Physical Activity (PA) in Children and Youth was first developed in 2013 to inform practice and policy on healthy living and prevention of noncommunicable diseases among Nigerian children and youth. This article summarizes the results of the 2016 report card and provides updated e...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Adeniyi AF,Odukoya OO,Oyeyemi AL,Adedoyin RA,Ojo OS,Metseagharun E,Akinroye KK

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the extent to which college student physical activity behaviors and attitudes are associated with enrollment in required, but self-selected, health and wellness courses. PARTICIPANTS:Data were analyzed from 1473 undergraduate students (60% women) taking health and wellness courses at a large northe...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Agans JP,Wilson OWA,Bopp M

更新日期：2020-05-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is estimated that 17% of the UK adult population are informal carers, usually for a family member, with a majority reporting that they are not able to engage in physical activity as much as they would like. The aim of this review is to provide a greater understanding of the prevalence of, and barriers and...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Horne J,Kentzer N,Smith L,Trott M,Vseteckova J

更新日期：2021-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transit-related walking to work is a potential strategy for incorporating physical activity into daily life and promoting health benefits. This study estimated the transit-related walking time for work trips on the journey to and from work and examined the predictors of transit users who walked to/from trans...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Yu CY,Lin HC

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:People with Parkinson's disease (PD) present cognitive impairments, which deteriorate their quality of life and increase disability. Acute aerobic exercise has demonstrated favorable effects on cognitive function in healthy neurologically individuals, but these effects have a dose-response relationship. Ther...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Fiorelli CM,Ciolac EG,Simieli L,Silva FA,Fernandes B,Christofoletti G,Barbieri FA

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pregnant women who are physically active have a lower risk of preeclampsia and gestational diabetes than women who are less active. One possible mechanism is a reduction in low-grade inflammation, as measured by plasma concentrations of C-reactive protein (CRP). The association between exercise and CRP in pr...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Wang Y,Cupul-Uicab LA,Rogan WJ,Eggesbo M,Travlos G,Wilson R,Longnecker MP

更新日期：2015-06-01 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 exclusion of participants with invalid accelerometry data (IAD) may lead to biased results and/or lack of generalizability in large population studies. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether demographic, behavioral, and biological differences occur between those with IAD and valid accelerom...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Loprinzi PD,Cardinal BJ,Crespo CJ,Brodowicz GR,Andersen RE,Smit E

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Persistent disparities suggest that multiple aspects of social context may influence leisure-time physical activity levels and weight status in multiethnic, working-class populations. METHODS:Among participants in two randomized, controlled intervention trials (n = 1,969 in 10 health centers; n = 1545 in 26...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Peterson KE,Dubowitz T,Stoddard AM,Troped PJ,Sorensen G,Emmons KM

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Local health departments (LHDs) are increasingly involved in Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIPs), a collaborative planning process that represents an opportunity for prioritizing physical activity. We determined the proportion of LHDs reporting active transportation strategies in CHIPs and association...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Sreedhara M,Valentine Goins K,Frisard C,Rosal MC,Lemon SC

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate trends in physical activity and sedentary behavior simultaneity among Brazilian students from 2009 to 2015 and its association with independent variables. METHODS:This study presents a panel of 3 cross-sectional studies carried out in 2009, 2012, and 2015 (Pesquisa Nacional de Saúde do Escolar-Pe...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Martins RC,Ricardo LIC,Mendonça G,de Rosa DL,da Gama Bastos LLA,de Vargas Nunes Coll C,Bielemann RM

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examines state and regional disparities in vigorous physical activity levels among US children age 6 to 17 years. METHODS:The 2003 National Survey of Children's Health was used to calculate vigorous physical activity (VPA) and no days of vigorous physical activity (NVPA) prevalence by state and g...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Singh GK,Kogan MD,Siahpush M,van Dyck PC

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical activity contributes to maintaining functional ability later in life. Specific relationships between walking for particular purposes (eg, recreation or transport) and functional ability are not clear. It is useful for planning health promotion strategies to clarify whether walking time for recreatio...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Kamada M,Kitayuguchi J,Shiwaku K,Inoue S,Okada S,Mutoh Y

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examined the effects of environmental, demographic, and lifestyle factors on leisure-time physical inactivity (LTPI). METHODS:Analyses were based on county-level data in the contiguous United States. Statistical methods included simple regression, univariate, and multivariate 2-level organization...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Merrill RM

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Exergaming has been considered a fun solution to promoting a physically active lifestyle. This study examined the impact of an exergaming-based program on urban children's physical activity participation, body composition and perceptions of the program. METHODS:A sample of 185 children's physical activity w...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Gao Z,Xiang P

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the article "An Exploratory Analysis of Adherence Patterns and Program Completion of a Pedometer-Based Physical Activity Intervention" which appeared in Vol. 3, No. 2 of the Journal, Figure 4 on page 217 was printed with an incorrect caption; Figure 4 with the correct caption appears below. ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

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更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To be able to draw any conclusions regarding the health effects of occupational physical activity (OPA), more information is needed regarding valid measures to assess OPA. Aims were to compare OPA as assessed with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire long version (IPAQ-L) with OPA assessed with ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Kwak L,Hagströmer M,Sjostrom M

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the benefits of physical activity, many Canadian adolescents are inactive and rates of inactivity increase with age. Few studies describe the pattern of change in physical activity as a function of age during adolescence. METHODS:Data were drawn from the Nicotine Dependence in Teens Study. The analy...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Langlois KA,Birkett N,Garner R,O'Loughlin J

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite clear health benefits of physical activity, previous research has been limited in linking knowledge of physical activity recommendations to actual behavior. METHODS:Using Expectancy Theory, we examined whether an individual's health outcome expectancies from physical activity might provide the missi...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Heinrich KM,Maddock J,Bauman A

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is uncertain as to whether physical activity (PA) may influence the body composition of young children. PURPOSE:To determine the association between PA, media time, and body composition in children age 4 to 7 y. METHODS:100 children (52 girls, 48 boys) were assessed for body-mass index (BMI), body fat, ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Heelan KA,Eisenmann JC

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00