Active Lockdown: Exploring the effect of Government enforced lockdown on physical activity habits and the corresponding relationship with wellbeing

Reported Data

Whilst regular physical activity benefits our health, both physically and mentally, many people do not meet recommended activity levels - often because of a lack of enjoyment, motivation or spare time. The current study investigated whether the COVID-19 government-enforced lockdown in the UK in March 2020 (which saw many furloughed from their work and only able to leave the house to exercise or for essentially activities) influenced physical activity habits. An initial survey collected data around physical activity levels (both self-reported and via smart device activity trackers) for the week preceding lockdown and a week during lockdown. It also collected data on mental wellbeing during lockdown. A second survey collected the same measures (plus questions regarding motivations to exercise) once the lockdown restrictions eased and non-essential shops reopened. Analyses indicated that lockdown significantly increased the length of time participants spent engaging in physical activity compared to pre-lockdown levels, though metabolic equivalency and accelerometer data did not see such significant results. There was no statistically significant difference in physical activity levels in the period of eased-lockdown when compared to during-lockdown. Those with the perception of having more spare time during lockdown elicited significant effects in self-reported data, such that those with the perception did greater levels of physical activity than those without. However, when ‘eased lockdown’ data was examined, this was not deemed statistically significant. Correlational analyses examining the relationship between physical activity levels and mental wellbeing showed a significantly weak, positive relationship between self-reported physical activity and mental wellbeing during lockdown. The findings demonstrate that lockdown increased the total time people engaged in physical activity, though the activities were seemingly of low metabolic equivalency. Though when lockdown was eased, these levels did not differ significantly to during lockdown. Results also found that those with spare time during lockdown elicited greater self-reported physical activity levels than previously. The data also supported previous literature outlining the positive relationship between physical activity and wellbeing, despite the extremely negative circumstances that caused the lockdown.

Student Physical Activity Levels during a Season of Sport Education

Pediatric Exercise Science ◽

10.1123/pes.14.1.64 ◽

2002 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

pp. 64-74 ◽

Cited By ~ 31

Author(s):

Peter A. Hastie ◽

Stewart G. Trost

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Vigorous Physical Activity ◽

Skill Level ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Sport Education ◽

Seventh Grade ◽

Significant Difference ◽

The purpose of this study was to determine the extent to which sport education can provide students with sufficient opportunities for developing moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA). Nineteen seventh-grade boys (average age = 12.9 yrs.) participated in a 22-lesson season of floor hockey. For all students (both higher and lower skilled), students averaged a total of 31.6 min of MVPA during the season, or 63.2% of lesson time. Further, there was no significant difference according to skill level {33.4 min (Higher) vs. 30.4 min (Lower), nor were there any significant differences in MVPA levels across the phases of the season.

The Longitudinal Relationship Between Depression and Walking Behavior in Older Latinos

Journal of Aging and Health ◽

10.1177/0898264312468488 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 25 (2) ◽

pp. 319-341 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Rosalba Hernandez ◽

Thomas R. Prohaska ◽

Pin-Chieh Wang ◽

Catherine A. Sarkisian

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Exercise Intervention ◽

Exercise Program ◽

Exercise Behavior ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Walking Behavior ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Activity Survey ◽

The Relationship

Objectives: This study sought to evaluate the relationship between baseline depression and prospective engagement in walking and exercise behavior after enrollment in an exercise intervention. Methods: The study used baseline, 1-month, 12-month, and 24-month in-person interview and pedometer data collected from Latinos aged >60 years participating in an exercise intervention (¡ Caminemos!) at 27 senior centers ( n = 572). Results: After joining an exercise intervention, and when using continuous pedometer data and scores from the Yale Physical Activity Survey (YPAS) as the outcomes of interest, older adults with baseline depression exhibited comparable levels of physical activity across time when compared to their nondepressed counterparts. Significant difference in physical activity levels between the depressed and nondepressed subgroups no longer existed within one month of initiating the exercise intervention. Discussion: Among sedentary older Latino adults, having depression may not delay exercise initiation nor does it appear to prevent achievement or maintenance of an exercise program.

Physical Activity Levels and Mood State during COVID-19 Quarantine among the Kermanshah Population: A Cross-Sectional Online Survey Study

10.21203/rs.3.rs-397992/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Mohammad Azizi ◽

Alireza Aghababa ◽

Rastegar Hoseini ◽

Hadi Rohani ◽

Maghsoud Nabilpoor

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Physical Activity Level ◽

Mood State ◽

Short Form ◽

Regular Physical Activity ◽

Activity Level ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Abstract Background One of the most important consequences of COVID-19 pandemic is anxiety and stress in the general population that can be reduced by regular physical activity. The aim of this study was to estimate the physical activity levels and mood state during covid-19 quarantine among the Kermanshah population. Methods In this cross-sectional study, using the purposeful random sampling method, a total of 2471 subjects ((male (n = 1256) and female (n = 1215)) were selected. To assess the physical activity level from physical activity questionnaire short form (IPAQ-SF) and mood state was measured by the abbreviated form of the Iranian version of the standard POMS questionnaire (Bill Morgan 1979). The descriptive statistic method (mean, standard deviation, and percent), deductive (Chi- square and Spearman's correlation) were used for analyzing the data. Results The results showed that a significant difference was observed between the number of sessions (P = 0.001), intensity (P = 0.001), and duration of exercise (P = 0.001) before and during coronavirus. There are significant positive relationships between low (r = 0.93; P = 0.001) and high (r = 0.673; P = 0.034) levels of physical activity and negative mood state, and a positive relationship between moderate physical activity level (r = 0.82; P = 0.001) and positive mood state. Conclusions It could be determined that the current quarantine has negatively affected the mood state. In general, to prevent COVID-19, regular physical activity is recommended under the health and safety protocols.

Physical Activity Level and Factors Affecting Exercise Participation among Nigerian Adults with and Without Diabetes

European Medical Journal ◽

10.33590/emj/20-00214 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Ezema Charles Ikechukwu ◽

Mgbeojedo Ukamaka Gloria ◽

Uchenwoke Chigozie Ikenna ◽

Ugwueze Vitalis Chinonso ◽

Uduonu Ekezie Mmanwanne ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Physical Activity Level ◽

Activity Level ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Exercise Participation ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Patients With Diabetes

Background: Diabetes presents a multifaceted challenge to health systems in Nigeria and beyond. Physical activity is a cornerstone of diabetes management but is often underutilised. Despite the positive effects of physical activity on different dimensions of health to patients with diabetes, most fail to maintain long-term adherence to physical activity programmes. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the physical activity level and factors affecting exercise participation among patients with and without diabetes. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study involving 400 participants recruited by convenience sampling. International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and Exercise Benefit and Barrier Scale (EBBS) questionnaires were used to measure physical activity and perceived benefits and barriers to exercise, respectively. The data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics of percentages and frequency, mean and standard deviation, and independent t-test. The level of significance was set at p<0.05. Results: The majority of the patients with diabetes (71%) had low physical activity levels while 52% of the nondiabetic group were moderately active. There was a significant difference between physical activity levels of patients with diabetes and the nondiabetic group (p<0.05). Physical exertion was reported by both patients with and without diabetes as the greatest barrier to exercise participation. Conclusion: Patients with diabetes in Nigeria have a low level of physical activity and are also faced with certain barriers which limit their participation in exercise programmes. Exercise barrier identification and public awareness on the health benefits of exercise and physical activity in the prevention and management of diabetes should thus be encouraged.

Adolescent physical activity levels: discrepancies with accelerometer data analysis

Journal of Sports Sciences ◽

10.1080/02640414.2016.1150599 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 34 (21) ◽

pp. 2047-2053 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

Greig R.M. Logan ◽

Scott Duncan ◽

Nigel K. Harris ◽

Erica A. Hinckson ◽

Grant Schofield

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Data Analysis ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Accelerometer Data ◽

Adolescent Physical Activity ◽

AN INVESTIGATION OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS OF ACADEMICIANS IN SPORT SCIENCES – THE EXAMPLE OF MARMARA UNIVERSITY AND İSTANBUL GELIŞIM UNIVERSITY, TURKEY

European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science ◽

10.46827/ejpe.v6i10.3497 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 6 (10) ◽

Author(s):

Ömer Eryiğit ◽

Serap Mungan Ay

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Personal Information ◽

World Health ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Monthly Income ◽

Chi Square ◽

Sports Science ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Health Organization

The aim of this study is to examine the physical activity levels of academicians working at the sports science faculties of state and foundation universities. The sample group of the study consists of academicians working at Marmara University and Istanbul Gelişim University. As a data collection tool in research, in addition to the personal information form "International Physical Activity questionnaire", developed by the World Health Organization and adapted to Turkish by Öztürk (2005) was used. In the evaluation of the data, besides descriptive statistics, Chi-Square test was used. As a result of the analysis, a difference was found between the physical activity levels of the academicians working at Marmara University according to their gender, age and monthly income level. No statistically significant difference was found between the gender, age, marital status, weekly lesson hours, university service years, monthly income and body mass indexes and physical activity levels of the academicians working at Istanbul Gelişim University. As a result, it has been determined that the participation levels of the academicians working in the sports science faculties of state and foundation universities differ in terms of some socio-demographic characteristics. Article visualizations:<img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0770/a.php" alt="Hit counter" />

Measuring Cognitive Behavioral Physical Activity Levels of Students Aged 17-18

Journal of Education and Learning ◽

10.5539/jel.v7n6p150 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 7 (6) ◽

pp. 150

Author(s):

Murat Atasoy ◽

Meryem Altun

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

High School ◽

Normal Distribution ◽

Self Regulation ◽

Cognitive Behavioral ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Total N ◽

Study Results ◽

Significant Difference ◽

This study intended to measure the cognitive behavioral physical activity levels of students aged 17-18 enrolled at different schools. The study population was comprised of the 17-18 age group and the study sample was comprised of 159 students in total n:76 (47.8%) enrolled at 15 Temmuz Şehitler Sports High School and n:83 (52.2%) enrolled at Cumhuriyet Anatolian High School in the province of Niğde. The data was analyzed with Statistical Package for the Social Sciences and the confidence level was 95%. According to the Kolmogrow Smirnov analysis, t and ANOVA tests were used as the participants’ cognitive behavioral physical activity scores had normal distribution (p>0.05) and Mann Whitney U and Kruskal Wallis tests were used as result expectation, self-regulation and personal obstacles subdimension scores did not have normal distribution (p<0.05).  According to the study results, there was no significant difference between the students enrolled at the Sports High School and the Anatolian High School. There was significant difference between the participants aged 17 and 18 considering cognitive behavioral physical activity by school. There was significant difference between the female and male participants in terms of Personal Obstacles. Accordingly, females had higher Personal Obstacles. Considering cognitive behavioral physical activity by gender, there was significant difference between the female and male participants in terms of cognitive behavioral physical activity. Accordingly, males had higher Cognitive Behavioral Physical Activity.

Assessing Physical Activity among Canadian Healthcare Professionals

International Healthcare Research Journal ◽

10.26440/ihrj/0403.06351 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (3) ◽

pp. 69-72

Author(s):

Ravneet Sandhu ◽

Gurnoor Kaur Pannu

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Healthcare Professionals ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Multiple Logistic Regression ◽

Validated Questionnaire ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Males And Females ◽

Canadian Healthcare

INTRODUCTION: Physical Activity is well known to keep illness at bay and promote healthy living among people. In today’s fast paced life, obesity is increasing amongst people and this can be eliminated through proper physical activity. AIM: To assess the physical activity among various Canadian healthcare professionals. MATERIALS AND METHOD: The present study was a multi-institution based observational study using a pre-tested, pre-validated questionnaire distributed among various colleges and privately practicing healthcare professionals in Canada using a close-ended questionnaire divided into five sections and containing 28 questions. Data analysis was done using SPPS version 19.0 and the independent samples t-test and multiple logistic regression was applied. Data was only considered significant when p was less than or equal to 0.05.RESULTS: Most males belonged to the “overweight” category (56.3%), while females belonged to the “normal” category (56.3%). A lesser number of females reported being obese (5.4%) as compared to their male counterparts; significant difference (p=0.05) was observed between males and females in the underweight category. Males were found to be insufficiently active (41.8%), while 44.8% females were found to be in the active category. Statistical differences were observed while comparing the physical activity levels between the males and females belonging to the Insufficiently Active category(p=0.02).CONCLUSION: Healthcare professionals should be reminded regarding their general health and the role of physical exercise in keeping them healthy.

Comparison of Physical Activity Level From Osteoporosis, Parkinson and Healthy Subjects

Innovation in Aging ◽

10.1093/geroni/igab046.3368 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽

pp. 940-940

Author(s):

Seong Hyun Moon ◽

Thurmon Lockhart ◽

Krupa Doshi

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Parkinson’S Disease ◽

Parkinson's Disease ◽

Physical Activity Level ◽

Healthy Subjects ◽

Activity Level ◽

Measurement Unit ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Abstract Lifestyle at the habitation immensely affects the progression of various illnesses, such as Osteoporosis and Parkinson’s disease (PD). These disorders lead patients to a sedentary lifestyle and result in significantly less movement compared to the average healthy individual. The combination of these backgrounds escalates the percentage of fall incidents. Quantifying physical activity levels from longitudinal Activities of Daily Living (ADL) data of these disease patients could stipulate intuition of their fall mechanisms. The objective of this study is to compare the osteoporosis, Parkinson's disease, and healthy group’s physical activity level from their ADL. For this study total of eighteen subjects participated (healthy=6, osteoporosis=6, PD=6). The result indicated that the dynamic physical activity level for the healthy subject was 13.2%, the osteoporosis subject was 7.9%, and the PD subject was 7.0%. This indicates that there was a significant decline in physical activity level for the PD compared to healthy subjects (P=0.0024*). Also, a comparison between healthy and osteoporosis subjects showed a significant difference (P=0.0066*). Lastly, the physical activity level of PD and osteoporosis subjects did not have a significant difference among them (P=0.6276). The aim of this study was to evaluate the physical activity level of the osteoporosis, PD, and healthy subjects. The systematic approach of collecting physical activity levels with the Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) device allowed researchers to collect the quantitative data of ADL. In this experiment, healthy subjects were significantly more physically active compared to osteoporosis and PD patients.

Inactivity and stress brought about by the covid-19 pandemic: What is the situation with university students?

IJERI: International Journal of Educational Research and Innovation ◽

10.46661/ijeri.6018 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 200-222

Author(s):

Melek Güler ◽

Melek Kozak ◽

Zehra Certel ◽

Nazlı Yanar

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Personal Information ◽

Short Form ◽

Coping Styles ◽

Activity Level ◽

Male Students ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Coping With Stress ◽

Significant Difference ◽

The purpose of this study is to examine the physical activity levels of the before and during the pandemic, and the styles of coping with stress according to their physical activity levels, and the styles of coping with stress during the pandemic process according to gender of students Faculty of Sports Sciences. The research group of the study consists of 401 volunteer students (175 female; 206 male). The data were collected used the “International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF)”, and the “Ways of Coping Questionnaire” and personal information form. In the analysis of data; t test was used in pairwise comparisons and ANOVA test was used in multiple comparisons. According to the analysis results; During the Covid-19 pandemic, the physical activity rate decreased in both female and male students compared to the pre-pandemic period, and the physical activity level showed a significant difference in favor of male students according to the total MET score during the pandemic period. All students used the "confident approach" style the highest and the "submissive approach" the least in their coping styles; It was determined that girls used the submissive approach more than boys. A significant difference was found in the sub-dimensions of self-confident, helpless and optimistic approach according to physical activity levels. As a result, it can be said that the way of coping with stress of students with a high level of physical activity also affects positively. In this context, physical activity and exercise can be recommended to students in coping with stress.