Parental practices encouraging and discouraging physical activity in Hong Kong Chinese preschoolers.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The 2016 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, the first of its kind, aims to set baseline physical activity (PA) indicators using the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance grading system. METHODS:A research work group analyzed and selected data for the grade assignment meeting (GAM). Durin...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Kruusamäe H,Kull M,Mooses K,Riso EM,Jürimäe J

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Exposure to green space has been associated with increased physical activity. However, it is not clear whether this association is because active people preferentially live in greener areas. Relationships between exposure to green space and physical activity during pregnancy are not well defined. Our objecti...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Nichani V,Dirks K,Burns B,Bird A,Morton S,Grant C

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Walking cadence has shown promise for estimating walking intensity in healthy adults. Auditory cues have been shown to improve gait symmetry in populations with movement disorders. We investigated the walking cadence-energy expenditure relationship in unilateral transtibial amputees (TTAs), and the potential...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Rowe DA,McMinn D,Peacock L,Buis AW,Sutherland R,Henderson E,Hewitt A

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is no research on the association of television (TV) watching with atrial fibrillation (AF). METHODS:From 1987 to 1989, the authors obtained information on the frequency of TV watching in 14,458 participants, aged 45-64 years, without a history of AF. The authors used the Cox proportional hazards mode...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Kubota Y,Alonso A,Shah AM,Chen LY,Folsom AR

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Wrist-worn accelerometers may provide an alternative to hip-worn monitors for assessing physical activity as they are easier to wear and may thus facilitate long-term recordings. The current study aimed at a) assessing the validity of the Actiwatch (wrist-worn) for estimating energy expenditure, b) determini...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Ekblom O,Nyberg G,Bak EE,Ekelund U,Marcus C

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physical fitness is strongly associated with several positive health indicators among adolescents. However, its association with body mass index status is inconsistent. The aim of this study was to explore the association between overweight/obesity and physical fitness among children and adolescents. METHOD...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Dumith SC,Ramires VV,Souza MA,Moraes DS,Petry FG,Oliveira ES,Ramires SV,Hallal PC

更新日期：2010-09-01 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: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:Little is known about the relationship between children's physical activity (PA) in preschool (in-school) and outside of preschool (out-of-school). This study described this relationship. METHODS:Participants were 341 children (4.6 ± 0.3 years) in 16 preschools. Accelerometers measured moderate-to-vigorous ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： O'Neill JR,Pfeiffer KA,Dowda M,Pate RR

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Move Your Way campaign, developed by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, aims to improve Americans' adherence to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. This article describes the research that informed the campaign's products, messaging, and strategy. METHODS:A mixed-methods ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Bevington F,Piercy KL,Olscamp K,Hilfiker SW,Fisher DG,Barnett EY

更新日期：2020-04-01 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:Gardens are a promising intervention to promote physical activity (PA) and foster health. However, because of the unique characteristics of gardening, no extant tool can capture PA, postures, and motions that take place in a garden. METHODS:The Physical Activity Research and Assessment tool for Garden Obser...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Myers BM,Wells NM

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examines the relationships between physical activity, travel attitudes, commute mode choice, and perceived neighborhood characteristics. A recent study found that people who walk or bike during their commute exercise more outside of the commute than do people who commute by mass transit or car. Th...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Morckel V,Terzano K

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Innovative methods are warranted to optimize prenatal outcomes. This study's objective was to determine if a web-based behavioral intervention (BI) can prevent excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) by increasing physical activity (PA). METHODS:Participants were randomized to usual care (UC; n = 21) or BI ...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Smith K,Lanningham-Foster L,Welch A,Campbell C

更新日期：2016-06-01 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: 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:To examine the relationships among school day sedentary times (SED), light physical activity (LPA), and moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) with gross motor skills in children using Compositional Data Analysis. Methods:Participants were 409 children (mean age = 8.4 [1.8] y) recruited across 5 low-...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Burns RD,Kim Y,Byun W,Brusseau T

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Grandparents and the grandchildren they raise may experience stress related to their caregiving relationship that negatively impacts their health. Thus, there is a need to develop intergenerational health promotion interventions for these kinship families. METHODS:An 8-week intergenerational physical activi...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Young T,Sharpe C

更新日期：2016-05-01 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:Using peer volunteers as delivery agents may improve translation of evidence-based physical activity promotion programs for older adults. This study examined whether tailored support from older peer volunteers could improve initiation and long-term maintenance of physical activity behavior. METHODS:Particip...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Buman MP,Giacobbi PR Jr,Dzierzewski JM,Aiken Morgan A,McCrae CS,Roberts BL,Marsiske M

更新日期：2011-09-01 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：BACKGROUND:Question order might affect self-reported regular physical activity (PA) measured with items from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) PA module. METHODS:A telephone survey was conducted using 2 forms (N = 1004, N = 212) with varying PA question order. The standard form presented moderate-...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Hutto B,Sharpe PA,Granner ML,Addy CL,Hooker S

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to investigate the validity and reliability evidences of the Omron BI pedometer, which could count steps taken even when worn at different locations on the body. METHODS:Forty (20 males and 20 females) adults were recruited to walk wearing 5 sets, 1 set at a time, of 10 BI pedo...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Zhu W,Lee M

更新日期：2010-11-01 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：:In the article by Callahan LF, Cleveland RJ, Shreffler J, et al, "Evaluation of Active Living Every Day in Adults With Arthritis," in J Phys Act Health, 11(2), p. 285, two authors were omitted from the author byline for the article. Those authors are Teresa Brady and Todd Schwartz. The authors apologize for the error....

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

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更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study describes levels of self-reported physical activity, frequency of selected opportunistic nonsedentary behaviors, and preferences of leisure-time activities in a representative sample of Portuguese adults, using data from a national survey on diet and activity behaviors (National Food, Nutrition an...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Teixeira PJ,Marques A,Lopes C,Sardinha LB,Mota JA

更新日期：2019-04-01 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: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：BACKGROUND:Previous observations regarding association between physical activity (PA) and use of medicines among older adults are derived from self-reported PA. This study aimed to evaluate the association between objectively measured PA and polypharmacy among older adults with multimorbidity in Southern Brazil. METHO...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Bielemann RM,Silveira MPT,Lutz BH,Miranda VIA,Gonzalez MC,Brage S,Ekelund U,Bertoldi AD

更新日期：2020-05-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of walking at self-selected speed on an active workstation on cognitive performance. METHODS:Sixty-six participants (n = 27 males, 39 females; mean age = 21.06 ± 1.6 years) completed a treadmill-desk walking and a seated control condition, separated by 48...

journal_title：Journal of physical activity & health

authors： Alderman BL,Olson RL,Mattina DM

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00