Vicinity of Schools, But Not of Residences, Seems to Regulate Physical and Sports Activities of 13-Year-Old Teenagers in a South European Setting

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 67-75 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandre Magalhães ◽  
Elisabete Ramos ◽  
Maria Fátima Pina
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Sports Participation ◽  
Green Spaces ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Urban Green Spaces ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Sports Activities

Background:Proximity to urban green spaces (UGS) and open sports spaces (OSS) benefits health, promotes physical activity (PA) and sports practice (SP).Objective:Analyze the association between PA or SP according to distances between UGS or OSS and teenagers’ residences or schools.Methods:We evaluated 1333 (53.9% girls) teenagers (13 years old) living and studying in Porto, Portugal (EPITeen cohort). PA was classified as light or moderate/vigorous. Distances were the shortest routes from residences or schools to UGS/OSS, and classified in ≤250 m; >250 m to ≤500 m; >500 m to ≤750 m; >750 m. Chi-square test and chi-square for trends were used to compare proportions; associations were measured using logistic regression, through odds ratio and 95% confidence intervals, adjusting to BMI and parental education.Results:Regarding vicinity’ of schools, the prevalence of moderate/vigorous PA among boys, decreases as distances to OSS increases. For girls, the prevalence of sports decreases as distances to UGS increase. For boys, we found an association between moderate/vigorous PA and proximity to OSS in the vicinity of schools: considering ≤250 m as reference, the odds of moderate/vigorous PA is 0.20 (0.06–0.63) for >250 m to ≤500 m; 0.21 (0.07–0.61) for >500 m to ≤750 m and 0.19 (0.06–0.58) for >750 m.Conclusion:Vicinities of schools seem to influence teenagers to be more physically active and increase sports participation.

How are characteristics of urban green space related to levels of physical activity: Examining the links

2016 ◽  
Vol 26 (8) ◽  
pp. 1091-1101 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdullah Akpinar ◽  
Murat Cankurt
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
General Population ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Green Space ◽  
Green Spaces ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Urban Green ◽  
Urban Green Spaces ◽  
The City ◽  
Exercise Equipment

This study investigates the associations between characteristics of urban green spaces and frequency and duration of self-reported physical activity in the city of Aydın, Turkey. Data were collected through a survey with 420 participants. We analysed the associations between characteristics of urban green spaces and frequency and duration of general population’ physical activity and physical activity of physically active people with multivariate linear regression while controlling for sex, age, marital status, education level, occupation and household income level. Results showed that for the general population, short distance to urban green spaces, many trees, exercise equipment and picnic areas were positively associated with frequency of physical activity, while barbecue and fire places negatively associated with duration of physical activity. For physically active people, many trees, soccer and basketball fields were positively associated with their frequency of physical activity, but water features were negatively correlated with frequency of physical activity. In regard to duration of physical activity for physically active people, findings showed lawn and exercise equipment were positively correlated with duration of physical activity, while water features, barbecue and fire places were negatively correlated with duration of physical activity. The findings indicate that levels of physical activity in urban green spaces could be promoted with many trees, exercise equipment, picnic areas and lawn. However, causal relationship needs to be conducted with intervention or longitudinal studies.

scholarly journals Level of physical activity and associated factors in a public university

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliane Barroso Leal ◽  
Rafael Ayres Montenegro ◽  
José Roberto Andrade do Nascimento Junior ◽  
Leidjane Pereira Siqueira ◽  
Camila Maria Menezes Almeida ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Health Area ◽  
Chi Square Test

Abstract The aim of the present study was to investigate the level of physical activity and associated factors of the academic community of a Brazilian federal higher education institution. Overall, 483 students, 49 teachers and 153 administrative technicians of both genders participated in this stdy. Sociodemographic questionnaire, BMI evaluation and classification of the level of physical activity (IPAQ) were used. Statistical analysis was performed by the Pearson Chi-square test to observe possible associations between independent variables and LPA and Poisson regression analysis with 95% confidence intervals through the SPSS software version 22.0. Among the 61.8% of individuals classified as physically active, 48.90% belonged to the health area and 52.40% had Graduation / Specialization level. Of these, 45.7% showed normal BMI and 62.2% of them did not practice exercises before being admitted to the extension project. Teachers and administrative technicians were, respectively, 3.62 (95% CI = 1.11-11.82) and 2.15 (95% CI = 1.03-4.66) times more likely of having sedentary behavior when compared to the group of students. LPA was higher in undergraduate students, while teachers and technicians were more likely of being sedentary. The majority of participants had normal BMI and the largest portion of physically active individuals was composed of students of the health area. Thus, it is necessary to encourage interventions for the practice of physical activity within the academic community, as well as the implementation of internal policies to mobilize individuals to improve the worrying situation of sedentary behavior.

scholarly journals Changes in cannabis use according to socioeconomic status among Finnish adolescents from 2000 to 2015

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Noora Knaappila ◽  
Mauri Marttunen ◽  
Sari Fröjd ◽  
Nina Lindberg ◽  
Riittakerttu Kaltiala
Keyword(s):  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Socioeconomic Groups ◽  
Parental Unemployment ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
School Survey

Abstract Background Despite reduced sanctions and more permissive attitudes toward cannabis use in the USA and Europe, the prevalences of adolescent cannabis use have remained rather stable in the twenty-first century. However, whether trends in adolescent cannabis use differ between socioeconomic groups is not known. The aim of this study was to examine trends in cannabis use according to socioeconomic status among Finnish adolescents from 2000 to 2015. Methods A population-based school survey was conducted biennially among 14–16-year-old Finns between 2000 and 2015 (n = 761,278). Distributions for any and frequent cannabis use over time according to socioeconomic adversities were calculated using crosstabs and chi-square test. Associations between any and frequent cannabis use, time, and socioeconomic adversities were studied using binomial logistic regression results shown by odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals. Results At the overall level, the prevalences of lifetime and frequent cannabis use varied only slightly between 2000 and 2015. Cannabis use was associated with socioeconomic adversities (parental unemployment in the past year, low parental education, and not living with both parents). The differences in any and frequent cannabis use between socioeconomic groups increased significantly over the study period. Conclusions Although the overall changes in the prevalence of adolescent cannabis use were modest, cannabis use increased markedly among adolescents with the most socioeconomic adversities. Socioeconomic adversities should be considered in the prevention of adolescent cannabis use.

Quality of urban green spaces influences residents’ use of these spaces, physical activity, and overweight/obesity

2021 ◽  
Vol 271 ◽  
pp. 116393
Author(s):  
Pablo Knobel ◽  
Roser Maneja ◽  
Xavier Bartoll ◽  
Lucia Alonso ◽  
Mariska Bauwelinck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Green Spaces ◽  
Urban Green ◽  
Urban Green Spaces

scholarly journals Habitual Physical Activity Behavior of Patients After Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty

2008 ◽  
Vol 88 (9) ◽  
pp. 1039-1048 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Wagenmakers ◽  
Martin Stevens ◽  
Wiebren Zijlstra ◽  
Monique L Jacobs ◽  
Inge van den Akker-Scheek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Physical Activity Behavior ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Normative Population ◽  
Activity Behavior ◽  
Charnley Class ◽  
Health Enhancing Physical Activity

Background and Purpose Despite recognized health benefits of physical activity, little is known about the habitual physical activity behavior of patients after total hip arthroplasty (THA). The purpose of this study was to analyze this behavior and the fulfillment of guidelines for health-enhancing physical activity of these patients compared with a normative population. Subjects and Methods The participants were 273 patients who had undergone a primary THA (minimum of 1 year postoperatively). Comparisons were made between this group and 273 age- and sex-matched individuals from a normative population. Comparisons also were made between participants with THA under 65 years of age and those 65 years of age and older and among participants with THA in different Charnley classes. Level of physical activity was assessed with the Short QUestionnaire to ASsess Health-enhancing physical activity (SQUASH). Results No significant differences in total amount of physical activity or time spent in different categories of physical activity were found between the THA group and the normative group. Participants with THA spent significantly more minutes in activities of moderate intensity compared with the normative group. Participants with THA who were under 65 years of age were significantly more active than older participants with THA. Charnley class had significant effects on time spent at work, time spent in moderate-intensity activities, and total amount of activity, with the least activity performed by participants in Charnley class C. The guidelines were met by 51.2% of the participants with THA and 48.8% of the normative population. Female participants met the guidelines less frequently than male participants in both the combined groups (odds ratio=0.50, 95% confidence interval=0.35–0.72, P<.001) and the THA group (odds ratio=0.48, 95% confidence interval=0.28–0.80, P=.001). Discussion and Conclusion The results suggest that patients after THA are at least as physically active as a normative population. Nevertheless, a large percentage of these patients do not meet the guidelines; therefore, they need to be stimulated to become more physically active.

scholarly journals Prevalence and risk factors of apical periodontitis in endodontically treated teeth in a selected population of Brazilian adults

2008 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Estrela ◽  
Cláudio Rodrigues Leles ◽  
Augusto César Braz Hollanda ◽  
Marcelo Sampaio Moura ◽  
Jesus Djalma Pécora
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Confidence Intervals ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Apical Periodontitis ◽  
Endodontic Treatment ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Endodontically Treated Teeth ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Chi Square Test

The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and risk factors of apical periodontitis in endodontically treated teeth in a selected population of Brazilian adults. A total of 1,372 periapical radiographs of endodontically treated teeth were analyzed based on the quality of root filling, status of coronal restoration and presence of posts associated with apical periodontitis (AP). Data were analyzed statistically using odds ratio, confidence intervals and chi-square test. The prevalence of AP with adequate endodontic treatment was low (16.5%). This percentage dropped to 12.1% in cases with adequate root filling and adequate coronal restoration. Teeth with adequate endodontic treatment and poor coronal restoration had an AP prevalence of 27.9%. AP increased to 71.7% in teeth with poor endodontic treatment associated with poor coronal restoration. When poor endodontic treatment was combined with adequate coronal restoration, AP prevalence was 61.8%. The prevalence of AP was low when associated with high technical quality of root canal treatment. Poor coronal restoration increased the risk of AP even when endodontic treatment was adequate (OR=2.80; 95%CI=1.87-4.22). The presence of intracanal posts had no influence on AP prevalence.

Abstract MP018: Moderate-to-Vigorous Physical Activity: Evidence for a Displacement Effect on Sedentary Behaviour

Circulation ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 125 (suppl_10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Katya M Herman ◽  
Gilles Paradis ◽  
Marie-Eve Mathieu ◽  
Jennifer O'Loughlin ◽  
Angelo Tremblay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sedentary Behaviour ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Sports Participation ◽  
Tanner Stage ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Obese Children ◽  
Displacement Effect

Background: Sedentary behaviour has detrimental health consequences, distinct from those of physical inactivity. An individual can be both highly active and highly sedentary: While the displacement hypothesis proposes that time spent active displaces time that would otherwise be spent sedentary, the compensation hypothesis suggests that increased physical activity (PA) may be associated with increased sedentary behaviour (SED) in non-active time. Objectives: The aim was to assess whether higher levels of childhood participation in moderate to vigorous PA (MVPA) are associated with higher levels of SED, or whether time spent in SED is displaced by higher levels of MVPA. Methods: Participants were 290 boys and 245 girls aged 8–10 years in the QUebec Adipose and Lifestyle InvesTigation in Youth (QUALITY) study. PA and SED were assessed by accelerometer over a 1-week period (SED ≤ 100 cpm, MVPA ≥ 2296 cpm), and quantified as mean time spent per day. Total PA was the sum of light PA + MVPA. Self-reported data included sports participation (number of teams), television viewing and computer/video game use (hours/day). Spearman correlations and multiple linear regression (adjusting for age, sex, body mass index, Tanner stage, parental education, accelerometer wear-time) were used to assess associations between PA and SED variables. Results: Higher MVPA and VPA were negatively correlated with SED (r=−0.44 and −0.35; p<0.001), and positively correlated with total PA (r=0.58 and 0.45; p<0.001). SED was negatively correlated with TPA (r=−0.65, p<0.001). Only weak correlations were found between MVPA and sports participation, the latter not associated with SED. MVPA and VPA were not significantly correlated with TV, computer/video or total screen time; objectively measured SED was only weakly associated with specific sedentary behaviours. On average, for each additional 10 minutes of MVPA, children spent 14 minutes less in SED, or for each additional 5 minutes of VPA, 10 minutes less in SED. Associations were stronger in overweight/obese children compared to healthy weight children. Conclusions: Higher levels of MVPA in children displace SED, and are also associated with higher total PA over and above the additional amount of MVPA. The SED displacement benefits of higher MVPA may be greatest in overweight/obese children. Public health strategies should focus on both increasing PA and decreasing SED as essential targets to improve overall PA in children.

Relationship of Fiber Intake, Stress Level, Physical Activity with Blood Pressure of Pre Elderly and Elderly in Lubang Buaya and Kampung Tengah

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Eti Cahya Fitrianti ◽  
Sintha Fransiske Simanungkalit
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Stress Level ◽  
Blood Pressure Measurement ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Fiber Intake ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Stress Levels ◽  
Chi Square Test

High blood pressure is defined as systolic blood pressure that is equal to or above 140 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure equal to or above 90 mm Hg (JNC VIII, 2013). In 2018, the prevalence of hypertension in Indonesia is based on the characteristics of the age 45-75 years and above with an average of 58.33% (Riskesdas, 2018). The aimed of this study was to determine of fiber intake, stress levels, and physical activity with blood pressure in pre elderly and elderly at RW 03 Lubang Buaya and RW 09 Kampung Tengah, East Jakarta. This research method is observational with cross sectional approach followed by 80 respondents with simple random sampling technique Data collection was taken, namely blood pressure measurement using a Sphygmomanometer, fiber intake using the Food Recall form 2 x 24 hours (Weekend and Weekday), stress levels with the DASS-14 questionnaire, and physical activity with the Baecke questionnaire. Data processing was analyzed by univariate and bivariate using Chi-Square test. The results of bivariate analysis with chi-square test showed a significant relationship between fiber intake (p value = 0.007), stress level (p value = 0,000), and physical activity (p value = 0.022) with blood pressure. There is a relationship between fiber intake, stress level, and physical activity with blood pressure in the elderly and elderly in Lubang Buaya and Kampung Tengah.

Prevalence of Internet Addiction and Its Relationship With Combinations of Physical Activity and Screen-Based Sedentary Behavior Among Adolescents in China

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Gengyu Han ◽  
Jingshu Zhang ◽  
Shang Ma ◽  
Ruoran Lu ◽  
Jiali Duan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Internet Addiction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mixed Effects ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Other Information ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Given the widespread prevalence and serious nature of Internet addiction (IA), this study aimed to estimate the prevalence of IA and assess the relationships between IA and combinations of physical activity (PA) and screen-based sedentary behavior (SB) among adolescents in China. Methods: This cross-sectional study surveyed 31,954 adolescents in grades 7 to 12 in Beijing. IA, PA, screen-based SB, and other information were obtained from a self-administrated questionnaire. The chi-square test and mixed-effects logistic regression model were applied to estimate the relationship between IA and combinations of PA and screen-based SB. Results: 6.2% of the surveyed adolescents reported IA and the prevalence of low PA/high screen-based SB, high PA/high screen-based SB, low PA/low screen-based SB, and high PA/low screen-based SB were 53.7%, 19.5%, 18.8%, and 8.0%, respectively. Mixed-effects logistic regression analysis showed that adolescents with low PA/high screen-based SB were 1.99 (95% confidence interval, 1.62–2.44, P < .001) times more likely to prefer IA than those with high PA/low screen-based SB. Conclusions: The prevalence of IA among Chinese adolescents is still high. Intervention programs like maintaining sufficient PA and reducing screen-based SB might contribute to reducing their IA.

scholarly journals Hubungan Antara Aktivitas Fisik Dan Riwayat Keluarga Dengan Kejadian Penyakit Jantung Koroner Di Puskesmas Banjarsari Kota Metro

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 181-191
Author(s):  
Rika Yulendasari ◽  
Usastiawaty Cik Ayu Saadiah Isnainy ◽  
Rima Ary Pradisca
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Coronary Heart Disease ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Family History ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Care Quality ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test

ABSTRACT: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND FAMILY HISTORY WITH CORONARY HEART DISEASE AT PUSKESMAS  BANJARSARI METRO Introduction: Based on data in coronary heart events Metro City 2018 total which is 1,309 new cases. For new diseases 190 men and 22 for women cases,  for old cases 369 men and 528 women in 2019 have a very drastic decrease, with total of new and old 229 patients with heart disease , for new diseases which is 32 men and 57 cases and women, for an old cases which is 60 cases for men and 80 cases for women.Purpose:  to known relations between physical activity and family history with coronary heart disease at Puskesmas Banjarsari Metro in 2020.Method: quantitative research type, analytical survey research plan with cross sectional approach, population and sample in research patients with heart failure are22 respondents. Univariate and bivariate data analysis used chi square test.Result : From 23 respondents, 13 respondents (56,5%) with low activity, families at risk which is 14 respondents (55,0%),  12 respondent (52,2%) with coronary heart, results of statistical tests using the chi square test obtained p-value = 0,022(< 0.05) , p-value = 0,006(< 0.05).Conclusion : Results of using the chi square test obtained p-value = 0,022(< 0.05) that means there is a relations between physical actiivity with occurrence coronary heart disease in Puskesmas Banjarsari Kota Metro 2020. Results of using the chi square test obtained p-value = 0,006(< 0.05) that means there is a relations between history of family with occurrence coronary heart disease in Puskesmas Banjarsari Kota Metro 2020. For peoples who risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) to behave healthy living by maintaining a diet by consuming foods that conform to diet coronary heart patients, avoid smoking, not consuming alcohol beverages, maintain weight stability and exercise regulary. Keywords : Knowledge, Self Care, Quality of life.       INTISARI:HUBUNGAN ANTARA AKTIVITAS FISIK DAN RIWAYAT KELUARGA DENGAN KEJADIAN PENYAKIT JANTUNG KORONER DI PUSKESMAS RAWAT INAP BANJARSARI KOTA METRO  Pendahuluan: Berdasarkan data kejadian jantung koroner di Kota Metro tahun 2018 pada berdasarkan jumlah kasus baru dan lama  sebanyak 1.309 dengan pembagian penyakit baru, laki-laki sebanyak 190 orang, perempuan sebanyak 22 orang, dan kasus lama, laki-laki sebanyak 369 orang, perempuan sebanyak 528 orang, pada tahun 2019 mengalami penurunan yang sangat drastis, yaitu total pasien jantung baru dan lama sebanyak 229 orang, dengan pembagian penyakit baru, laki-laki sebanyak 32 orang, perempuan sebanyak 57 orang, dan kasus lama, laki-laki sebanyak 60 orang, perempuan sebanyak 80 orang.Tujuan: Diketahui hubungan antara aktivitas fisik dan riwayat keluarga dengan kejadian penyakit jantung koroner di Puskesmas Banjarsari Kota Metro Tahun 2020.Metode: Jenis penelitian kuantitatif, rancangan penelitian survey analitik dengan pendekatan cross sectional, populasi dan sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah pasien gagal jantung sebanyak 22  responden, Analisa data menggunakan univariat dan bivariat menggunakan uji chi square.Hasil : Dari 23 responden dengan aktivitas kurang sebanyak 13 responden (56,5%), riwayat keluarga beresiko sebanyak 14 responden (55,0%),  jantung koroner sebanyak 12 responden (52,2%), Hasil uji statistik menggunakan uji chi square didapat nilai p-value = 0,022 (< 0.05) , p-value = 0,006 (< 0.05).Kesimpulan : Hasil uji statistik menggunakan uji chi square didapat nilai p-value = 0,022 (< 0.05) yang artinya terdapat hubungan antara aktivitas fisik dengan kejadian penyakit jantung koroner di Puskesmas Banjarsari Kota Metro Tahun 2020. Hasil uji statistik menggunakan uji chi square didapat nilai p-value = 0,006 (< 0.05) yang artinya terdapat hubungan antara riwayat keluarga dengan kejadian penyakit jantung koroner di Puskesmas Banjarsari Kota Metro  Tahun 2020Bagi seseorang yang mempunyai resiko terhadap terjadinya Penyakit Jantung Koroner (PJK) untuk berperilaku hidup sehat dengan jalan menjaga pola makan dengan jalan mengkonsumsi makanan yang sesuai dengan pola diit penderita PJK, menghindari merokok, tidak mengkonsumsi minuman beralkohol, menjaga kestabilan berat badan dan berolah raga secara teratur. Kata Kunci      : Pengetahuan, Self Care, Kualitas Hidup 

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