Reported physical activity and sedentary behavior: why do you ask?

abstract：BACKGROUND:Secondary data are often necessary to assess the availability of commercial physical activity (PA) facilities and examine its association with individual behaviors and outcomes, yet the validity of such sources has been explored only in a limited number of studies. METHODS:Field data were collected on the p...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Han E,Powell L,Slater S,Quinn C

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Youth experience a decrease in physical activity (PA) and an increase in sedentary time during adolescence. Better understanding of factors associated with activity levels during preadolescence may inform interventions to minimize decline. This study compared the association of self-efficacy for PA, parent s...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Schroeder K,Kubik MY,Lee J,Sirard JR,Fulkerson JA

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transportation physical activity (TPA) and recreational physical activity (RPA) in an urban area can be sources of physical activity (PA) in addition to working. This study was conducted in Hat Yai City Municipality, the fourth most populous city in Thailand, to describe the magnitude of these physical activ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Churangsarit S,Chongsuvivatwong V

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Our purpose was to examine the association of television viewing (hours/day), sedentary work (predominantly sitting at work), passive transportation to work (car or motorcycle), and the clustering of these behaviors ("sedentary lifestyle"), as well as leisure-time physical inactivity (LTPI), with chronic dis...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Garcia LM,da Silva KS,Del Duca GF,da Costa FF,Nahas MV

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most children in the United States receive far less physical activity (PA) than is optimal. In rural, under resourced areas of Appalachian Kentucky, physical inactivity rates are significantly higher than national levels. We sought to understand children's perceptions of PA, with the goal of developing cultu...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Swanson M,Schoenberg NE,Erwin H,Davis RE

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study tested a mediated effects model of psychological and behavioral adaptation to puberty within the context of physical activity (PA). METHODS:Biological maturity status, physical self-concept, PA, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) were assessed in 222 female British year 7 to 9 pupils (mea...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Smart JE,Cumming SP,Sherar LB,Standage M,Neville H,Malina RM

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study was carried out to examine the association between systematic physical activity and academic performance in school kids after controlling for potential sociodemographic and educational confounders. METHODS:In a random sample of 1271 students from urban Santiago, attending 5th and 9th grade, who t...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Burrows R,Correa-Burrows P,Orellana Y,Almagiá A,Lizana P,Ivanovic D

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to examine associations between perceptions of neighborhood safety and physical activity among youth. METHODS:We completed a cross-sectional study of children age 8 to 9 years (n = 188) and adolescents age 13 to 15 years (n = 346) in areas of varying socioeconomic status in Mel...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Carver A,Timperio A,Crawford D

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Organized sport is viewed as a viable medium for promoting more physical activity among youth. However, participation in youth sport declines significantly among both boys and girls during their middle school years. This study examined middle school students' perceived constraints to sport participation. ME...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Casper JM,Bocarro JN,Kanters MA,Floyd MF

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effectiveness of an exercise specialist led lifestyle program for adults with type 2 diabetes in primary care. METHODS:Eligible participants from 4 primary care networks in Alberta, Canada were assigned to either a lifestyle program or a control group. The program targeted increased daily wa...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Johnson ST,Mundt C,Qiu W,Soprovich A,Wozniak L,Plotnikoff RC,Johnson JA

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) has received significant attention since the late 1990s. As it currently stands, its long version has been translated in English, German, Icelandic, Korean, Polish, Spanish, Turkish, and Vietnamese. However no data originating from the self-administere...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Gauthier AP,Lariviere M,Young N

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: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: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

abstract：BACKGROUND:Leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) during pregnancy has maternal benefits, but effects on offspring have not often been considered. This study aimed to determine associations among trimester-specific LTPA during pregnancy and toddler size. METHODS:Women (n = 300) were recruited while pregnant in 2006. At...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Mattran K,Mudd LM,Rudey RA,Kelly JS

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is little data on hiking patterns in national parks to support hiking behavior as a vehicle to meet the joint YMCA, CDC, and National Park Service initiatives to encourage physical activity through public land use. METHODS:The YMCA of the Rockies hiking program provided data from Hike Report forms com...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Collingwood TR,Adcock A,Librett J

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study describes the levels and patterns of television (TV) viewing in Brazilian adults and investigates associations of TV viewing with hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. METHODS:Data from the Brazilian Health Survey, a nationally representative survey that was conducted in 2013 (N = 60,...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Werneck AO,Cyrino ES,Collings PJ,Ronque ERV,Szwarcwald CL,Sardinha LB,Silva DR

更新日期：2018-07-01 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:Question design can influence the validity and reliability of physical activity (PA) self-report instruments. This study assesses the effect of temporal domain ("days" walked versus "times" walked) on survey questions about walking behavior. METHODS:A 2005 California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) subsample...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： McClain JJ,Grant D,Willis G,Berrigan D

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical activity is associated with a reduced risk of chronic disease. This study describes the relationship between meeting the guidelines for physical activity described in Canada's Physical Activity Guide and heart disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and low levels of general health. METHOD...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Bryan SN,Katzmarzyk PT

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Often, motivation to be physically active is a necessary precondition of action but still does not suffice to initiate the target behavior. Instead, motivation needs to be translated into action by a self-regulatory process. Self-efficacy and planning are considered to be useful constructs that help to facil...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Zhou G,Wang D,Knoll N,Schwarzer R

更新日期：2016-01-01 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:Accurately measuring physical activity (PA) with activity monitors requires sufficient monitor wear time which can be difficult to assess. Monitor sensitivity to movement and population characteristics (eg, children vs. adults) may dictate the duration of monitor inactivity indicative of nonwear. A standardi...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： King WC,Li J,Leishear K,Mitchell JE,Belle SH

更新日期：2011-05-01 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：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:Menstrual dysfunctions are often found in athletic women. This study evaluated the association between leisure time physical activity (LTPA) and menstrual function in healthy nonathletic women. METHODS:During 1984-1986, a population-based health survey (HUNT 1) was conducted in Nord-Trøndelag, Norway, with ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Gudmundsdottir SL,Flanders WD,Augestad LB

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

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: Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at increased risk for poor health and obesity. The authors describe obesity-related movement behaviors in children with ADHD, determine higher risk groups, and compare with children with other disorders. Methods: Physical activity (PA), slee...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Tandon PS,Sasser T,Gonzalez ES,Whitlock KB,Christakis DA,Stein MA

更新日期：2019-06-01 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: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