scholarly journals Validity and Reliability of International Physical Activity Questionnaires for Adults across EU Countries: Systematic Review and Meta Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (19) ◽  
pp. 7161
Author(s):  
Vedrana Sember ◽  
Kaja Meh ◽  
Maroje Sorić ◽  
Gregor Starc ◽  
Paulo Rocha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Official Language ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Eu Countries ◽  
Activity Questionnaires ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

This review and meta-analysis (PROSPERO registration number: CRD42020138845) critically evaluates test-retest reliability, concurrent validity and criterion validity of different physical activity (PA) levels of three most commonly used international PA questionnaires (PAQs) in official language versions of European Union (EU): International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-SF), Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ), and European Health Interview Survey-Physical Activity Questionnaire (EHIS-PAQ). In total, 1749 abstracts were screened, 287 full-text articles were identified as relevant to the study objectives, and 20 studies were included. The studies’ results and quality were evaluated using the Quality Assessment of Physical Activity Questionnaires checklist. Results indicate that only ten EU countries validated official language versions of selected PAQs. A meta-analysis revealed that assessment of moderate-to-vigorous PA (MVPA) is the most relevant PA level outcome, since no publication bias in any of measurement properties was detected while test-retest reliability was moderately high (rw = 0.74), moderate for the criterion (rw = 0.41) and moderately-high for concurrent validity (rw = 0.72). Reporting of methods and results of the studies was poor, with an overall moderate risk of bias with a total score of 0.43. In conclusion, where only self-reporting of PA is feasible, assessment of MVPA with selected PAQs in EU adult populations is recommended.

scholarly journals Criterion validity and reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – Hungarian short form against the RM42 accelerometer

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (S1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pongrác Ács ◽  
Réka Veress ◽  
Paulo Rocha ◽  
Tamás Dóczi ◽  
Bence László Raposa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Abstract Background Physical inactivity is a global phenomenon in European welfare countries. Proper monitoring is essential to measure the physical activity level of the population. Methods In the Hungarian cohort of the European Physical Activity and Sport Monitoring System (EUPASMOS) project, our participants (N = 598) completed sociodemographic questions and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – short form (IPAQ-SF) survey. The validity and reliability of the subjective measurement tool were examined, IPAQ-SF outcomes were contrasted against triaxial RM42 accelerometer wore for 7 consecutive days. Results The IPAQ-SF showed moderate internal consistency (Cronbach Alpha = 0.647). The concurrent validity of the IPAQ-SF to triaxial accelerometer indicated a significant weak-to-moderate correlation (R = 0.111–0.338, p = 0.042; p < 0.001). The test-retest reliability showed a significant correlation between two measurements (R = 0.788–0.981, p < 0.001). Conclusion The Hungarian version of the IPAQ-SF had excellent test-retest reliability, but low-to-fair concurrent validity for moderate and vigorous physical activity, walking and sitting time, as compared to the objective criterion measure among Hungarian adults.

scholarly journals Measurement Characteristics of the Most Common Used International Physical Activity Questionnaires for Adults Across EU-28 in National Language Versions: Systematic Review and Meta Analysis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vedrana Sember ◽  
Kaja Meh ◽  
Maroje Sorić ◽  
Gregor Starc ◽  
Paulo Rocha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
National Language ◽  
Measurement Properties ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Registration Number ◽  
Activity Questionnaires ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

This review and meta-analysis (PROSPERO registration number: CRD42020138845) critically evaluates test-retest reliability, concurrent validity and criterion validity of different physical activity (PA) levels of three most-common used international PA questionnaires (PAQs) in national language versions of EU-28: IPAQ-SF, GPAQ, and EHIS-PAQ. In total, 4969 abstracts were read, 287 full-text articles were identified as relvant to the study objectives, and 19 studies were included in the final meta-analysis. The studies&rsquo; results and quality were evaluated using the Quality Assessment of Physical Activity Questionnaires (QAPAQ) checklist. Results indicate that only five EU-28 countries validated national language versions of selected PAQs. Meta analysis revealed that assessment of moderate-to-vigourus PA (MVPA) is the most relevant PA level outcome, since no publication bias in any of measurement properties was detected while test-retest reliability was the moderately-high (rw=0.74), and moderate for both criterion (rw=0.41) and concurrent validity (rw=0.72). Reporting of methods and results of the studies was poor with overall moderate risk of bias with total score of 0.43. In conclusion, where only self-reporting is feasible, assessment of MVPA with selected PAQs in EU-28 adult population is recommended for policymaking.

scholarly journals Adaptation and validation of the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children (PAQ-C) among Czech children

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. e0245256
Author(s):  
Roman Cuberek ◽  
Marcela Janíková ◽  
Jan Dygrýn
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Older Children ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Scale Properties ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Item Scale ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

The study aimed to adapt the standardized Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children (PAQ-C) into the Czech language and assess its psychometric properties. A forwards-and-backwards translation method was carried out to prepare the Czech PAQ-C version (PAQ-C/CZ), followed by adjustments based on socio-cultural aspects. In the next phase, participants (n = 169) wore accelerometers for seven days. On the 8th day, participants completed the PAQ-C/CZ in school so that it was possible to determine the concurrent validity (correlation between the accelerometer and PAQ-C/CZ data, Spearman’s r), internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha), item/scale properties (corrected item-total correlations, CITCs), and factor structure (exploratory factor analysis, EFA) for PAQ-C/CZ. In the last phase, participants (n = 63) completed the PAQ-C/CZ twice on two consecutive school days in the morning to determine the test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient, ICC; independent sample T-test). The PAQ-C/CZ indicated moderate internal consistency (alpha = 0.77), acceptable item/scale properties (CITCs = 0.29–0.61), and good test-retest reliability (ICC = 0.73–0.94). The EFA findings suggested a single factor model (factor load = 0.32–0.73) for PAQ-C/CZ, with items 2, 3, and 4 contributing low to the total score. Results on concurrent validity showed low but significant association (r = 0.28, p < 0.05) between accelerometer and PAQ-C/CZ data. Considering the study results, the PAQ-C/CZ can be recommended as a tool for moderate-to-vigorous physical activity assessment in large-sample research studies only, but with an emphasis on the interpretation of the correct results.

scholarly journals Validity and Reliability of IPAQ-SF and GPAQ for Assessing Sedentary Behaviour in Adults in the European Union: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 4602
Author(s):  
Kaja Meh ◽  
Gregor Jurak ◽  
Maroje Sorić ◽  
Paulo Rocha ◽  
Vedrana Sember
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
European Union ◽  
Sedentary Behaviour ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
National Language ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Single Item ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Activity Questionnaires ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Current lifestyles are marked by sedentary behaviour; thus, it is of great importance for policymaking to have valid and reliable tools to measure sedentary behaviour in order to combat it. Therefore, the aim of this review and meta-analysis is to critically review, assess, and compile the reliability, criterion validity, and construct validity of the single-item sedentary behaviour questions within national language versions of most commonly used international physical activity questionnaires for adults in the European Union: The International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form and the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire. A total of 1749 records were screened, 287 full-text papers were read, and 14 studies were included in the meta-analysis. The results and quality of studies were evaluated by the Quality Assessment of Physical Activity Questionnaires checklist. Meta-analysis indicated moderate to high reliability (rw = 0.59) and concurrent validity (rw = 0.55) of national language versions of single-item sedentary behaviour questions. Criterion validity was rather low (rw = 0.23) but in concordance with previous studies. The risk of bias analysis highlighted the poor reporting of methods and results, with a total bias score of 0.42. Thus, we recommend using multi-item SB questionnaires and smart trackers for providing information on SB rather than single-item sedentary behaviour questions in physical activity questionnaires.

Validity and Reliability of Question 8 of the Paffenbarger Physical Activity Questionnaire Among Healthy Adults

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 116-123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathleen Simpson ◽  
Beth Parker ◽  
Jeffrey Capizzi ◽  
Paul Thompson ◽  
Priscilla Clarkson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Predictive Validity ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Criterion Validity ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Complete Representation ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:Little information exists regarding the psychometric properties of question 8 (Q8) of the Paffenbarger Physical Activity Questionnaire (PPAQ) to assess exercise. Thus, we conducted 2 studies to assess the validity and test–retest reliability of Q8 among adults.Methods:Study 1 participants (n = 419) were 44.1 ± 16.1 years of age. Validity was determined by comparing self-reported hr·d−1 in sedentary, light, moderate, and vigorous intensity physical activity (PA) and MET-hr·wk−1 on Q8 at baseline to accelerometer and health/fitness measurements using Spearman rank-order correlations. Study 2 participants (n = 217) were 44.7 ± 16.3 years of age and completed Q8 at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months. Test–retest reliability was determined using repeated measures analysis of covariance, intraclass correlations (ICCs), and standard error of the measurement (SEM).Results:Q8 displayed good criterion validity compared with accelerometer measurements (r = .102 to .200, P < .05) and predictive validity compared with health/fitness measurements (r = –.272 to .203, P < .05). No differences were observed in self-reported hr·d−1 in any of the PA categories at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months (ICC: 0.49 to 0.68; SEM: 1.0 to 2.0; P > .05), indicating good reliability.Conclusion:Q8 demonstrates adequate criterion validity, acceptable predictive validity, and satisfactory test–retest reliability and can be used in conjunction with other components of the PPAQ to provide a complete representation of exercise.

Test-retest Reliability And Validity Of The Occupational Physical Activity Questionnaire

2005 ◽  
Vol 37 (Supplement) ◽  
pp. S110-S111
Author(s):  
Jared P. Reis ◽  
Katrina D. DuBose ◽  
Barbara E. Ainsworth ◽  
Caroline A. Macera ◽  
Michelle M. Yore ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Occupational Physical Activity ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

scholarly journals Reliability of the digital and printed format of a modified version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire in college students

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 97
Author(s):  
Isabel Cristina Nuñez ◽  
Leonardo Perilla ◽  
Diana Mercedes Villarreal ◽  
Gustavo Andrés Gómez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
College Students ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Kappa Index ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Print Format

Background: Programs that promote regular physical activity (PA) require reliable PA measurements methods to establish their effectiveness. Objective: To determine the test-retest reliability of digital and print format of International Physical Activity Questionnaire and to establish the reliability between both presentation formats. Methods: The digital and print format questionnaires were self-administered twice to a sample of 76 college students (20.6 ± 2.8 years), 4-7 days later they completed the formats again. Test-retest and between formats reliability was analyzed by the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and weighted Kappa index (wK). Agreement between measurements was established by Bland-Altman method (B&A). Results: Test-retest reliability with ICC was excellent for both formats (digital: 0.77, print: 0.82) and acceptable by wK (digital: 0.61, print: 0.71). Agreement between measurements for both formats was low for PA vigorous and moderate categories. Between formats, reliability was excellent for first and second measurement. Conclusions: Although ICC confirmed excellent test-retest reliability, B&A showed a low level of agreement between measurements. Between formats reliability was excellent, and both formats provide similar information.

Test-retest reliability of the Minnesota Leisure Time Physical Activity Questionnaire

1986 ◽  
Vol 39 (7) ◽  
pp. 505-511 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aaron R. Folsom ◽  
David R. Jacobs ◽  
Carl J. Caspersen ◽  
Orlando Gomez-Marin ◽  
Joan Knudsen
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

scholarly journals Test-Retest Reliability and Walk Score® Neighbourhood Walkability Comparison of an Online Perceived Neighbourhood-Specific Adaptation of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. 1917 ◽  
Author(s):  
Levi Frehlich ◽  
Anita Blackstaffe ◽  
Gavin R. McCormack
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Physical Activity ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Walk Score ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

There is a growing public health interest in the contributions of the built environment in enabling and supporting physical activity. However, few tools measuring neighbourhood-specific physical activity exist. This study assessed the reliability of an established physical activity tool (International Physical Activity Questionnaire: IPAQ) adapted to capture perceived neighbourhood-specific physical activity (N-IPAQ) administered via the internet and compared N-IPAQ outcomes to differences in neighbourhood Walk Score®. A sample of n = 261 adults completed an online questionnaire on two occasions at least seven days apart. Questionnaire items captured walking, cycling, moderate-intensity, and vigorous-intensity physical activity, undertaken inside the participant’s perceived neighbourhood in the past week. Intraclass correlations, Spearman’s rank correlation, and Cohen’s Kappa coefficients estimated item test-retest reliability. Regression estimated the associations between self-reported perceived neighbourhood-specific physical activity and Walk Score®. With the exception of moderate physical activity duration, participation and duration for all physical activities demonstrated moderate reliability. Transportation walking participation and duration was higher (p < 0.05) in more walkable neighbourhoods. The N-IPAQ administered online found differences in neighbourhoods that vary in their walkability. Future studies investigating built environments and self-reported physical activity may consider using the online version of the N-IPAQ.

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