Physical activity in the management of obesity in adults: A position statement from Exercise and Sport Science Australia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nathan A. Johnson ◽  
Rachelle N. Sultana ◽  
Wendy J. Brown ◽  
Adrian E. Bauman ◽  
Tim Gill
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Position Statement ◽  
Sport Science

Sport, science and politics in Indonesia: challenges in epistemology within an evolving global context

2020 ◽  
Vol 42 (3) ◽  
pp. 4-17
Author(s):  
John Saunders ◽  
Rusli Lutan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Sport Science ◽  
Economic Entity ◽  
Science And Politics ◽  
International Sport

This paper considers the current status of physical education and sport science in Indonesia from the perspective of the development of the professional knowledge base and research culture surrounding its practice. It seeks to place the field’s development within the broader context of international sport studies from 1945 to 2020. It identifies as major influences the process of globalisation and the growth of international sport as a significant political and economic entity. Physical education is acknowledged as a common historical base for the three modern strands within contemporary sports studies – medical /and health science, high performance studies, and sports business management. Future developments are considered in the context of the current pandemic. Covid19 and the world’s response to it has impacted on some key dimensions which underpin the current global sports economy – namely easy and convenient travel and the gathering of crowds in the widespread consumption of live sport. It is suggested that this might cause a major reset in the conduct of elite sport and sport festivals. The continuing growth of the physical activity and health sector is predicted and in the context of the serious challenges facing the sporting sector a case is made for increased resources to be moved back into the educational study and practice of sport and physical activity as a universal good.

scholarly journals Mercado de trabajo en el deporte y género: un estudio comparativo entre las condiciones de trabajo de las tituladas y los titulados en Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte por las universidades catalanas = Sport labor market and gender: a comparative study on working conditions of Physical Activity and Sport Science graduates by Catalan universities

2018 ◽  
pp. 195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marta Pérez-Villalba ◽  
Anna Vilanova ◽  
Susanna Soler Prat
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Working Conditions ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Sport Science ◽  
Direct Discrimination ◽  
Indirect Discrimination ◽  
Las Mujeres ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
And Gender

Resumen: El presente artículo tiene como objetivo analizar los yacimientos de inserción profesional y las condiciones laborales de las tituladas y los titulados en Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte (CAFyD) a través de un estudio comparativo entre sexos. Para ello, en el año 2013, se administró un cuestionario a un total de 1.000 personas egresadas en CAFyD por las universidades catalanes. Los resultados indican que no existe una discriminación directa en las condiciones de trabajo, para un mismo cargo mujeres y hombres presentan condiciones similares. En cambio, sí que se ha detectado una discriminación indirecta fruto de la carga social y cultural que afecta a las preferencias de las mujeres a la hora de escoger un determinado yacimiento de inserción.Abstract: This paper aims to analyse the sources of employment for university graduates in Physical Activity and Sport Science through a gender-based comparative study. With this objective, in 2013, a questionnaire was administered to total of 1,000 university graduates in Physical Activity and Sport Science from Catalan universities. The results indicate that there is no direct discrimination in working conditions, for a same position women and men share similar conditions. However, an indirect discrimination has been detected as a result of the social and cultural burden that affects the preferences of women when accessing and choosing a particular insertion field.

scholarly journals Physical Exercise in People with Chronic Kidney Disease—Practices and Perception of the Knowledge of Health Professionals and Physical Activity and Sport Science Professionals about Their Prescription

2022 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 656
Author(s):  
Víctor Martínez-Majolero ◽  
Belén Urosa ◽  
Sonsoles Hernández-Sánchez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Chronic Kidney Disease ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Sport Science ◽  
Ex Post ◽  
Ex Post Facto ◽  
Training Programmes

There is evidence on the need to include physical exercise as a treatment for diseases. A large number of professionals are involved in this, but it is not known how physical exercise is prescribed and which professionals are involved. This research has two objectives: (a) to find out the current practices in Spain regarding the prescription of physical exercise in patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and (b) to analyse the perception that different health and physical activity professionals have of their knowledge to prescribe of physical exercise in the treatment of CKD. This is an empirical research with an ex post facto retrospective analysis of the information in a descriptive and correlational way. A total of 692 health and sports professionals participated. A questionnaire validated by a committee of experts was administered. Descriptive analyses were carried out and the differences in the study variables were analysed using Chi-square tests and one-factor Analysis of Variance. From the results obtained, we conclude there is a need to develop specific training programmes in the field of physical exercise for health professionals, as well as the establishment of multiprofessional teams for the prescription of physical exercise in CKD treatment, including physical exercise professionals (Cafyde).

scholarly journals Inclusive Spaces and Locker Rooms for Transgender Athletes

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 365-374 ◽  
Author(s):  
George B. Cunningham ◽  
Erin Buzuvis ◽  
Chris Mosier
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Gender Identity ◽  
Case Law ◽  
Position Statement ◽  
Social Outcomes ◽  
Strong Commitment ◽  
Theoretical Overview

The purpose of this article is to articulate the need for a strong commitment to transgender inclusion in sport and physical activity, including in locker rooms and team spaces. The authors begin by defining key constructs and offering a theoretical overview of stigma toward transgender individuals. The focus then shifts to the changing opportunities for transgender athletes at all participation levels, case law and rulings germane to the topic, and the psychological, physical, and social outcomes associated with inclusion and exclusion. Next, the authors present frequently voiced concerns about transgender inclusion, with an emphasis on safety and privacy. Given the review, the authors present the case for inclusive locker rooms, which permit access by transgender athletes to facilities that correspond to their gender identity. The authors conclude with the official AKA position statement—“The American Kinesiology Association endorses inclusive locker rooms, by which we mean sex-segregated facilities that are open to transgender athletes on the basis of their gender identity”—and implications for sport and physical activity.

Oxford Textbook of Children's Sport and Exercise Medicine

2017 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sport Medicine ◽  
Exercise Physiology ◽  
Young Athlete ◽  
Exercise Science ◽  
Contact Sports ◽  
Sport Science ◽  
Exercise Medicine ◽  
Biological Maturation ◽  
Sport And Exercise

Comprehensive and up to date, this textbook on children’s sport and exercise medicine features research and practical experience of internationally recognized scientists and clinicians that informs and challenges readers. Four sections—Exercise Science, Exercise Medicine, Sport Science, and Sport Medicine—provide a critical, balanced, and thorough examination of each subject, and each chapter provides cross-references, bulleted summaries, and extensive reference lists. Exercise Science covers growth, biological maturation and development, and examines physiological responses to exercise in relation to chronological age, biological maturation, and sex. It analyses kinetic responses at exercise onset, scrutinizes responses to exercise during thermal stress, and evaluates how the sensations arising from exercise are detected and interpreted during youth. Exercise Medicine explores physical activity and fitness and critically reviews their role in young people’s health. It discusses assessment, promotion, and genetics of physical activity, and physical activity in relation to cardiovascular health, bone health, health behaviours, diabetes, asthma, congenital conditions, and physical/mental disability. Sport Science analyses youth sport, identifies challenges facing the young athlete, and discusses the physiological monitoring of the elite young athlete. It explores molecular exercise physiology and the potential role of genetics. It examines the evidence underpinning aerobic, high-intensity, resistance, speed, and agility training programmes, as well as effects of intensive or over-training during growth and maturation. Sport Medicine reviews the epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis, and management of injuries in physical education, contact sports, and non-contact sports. It also covers disordered eating, eating disorders, dietary supplementation, performance-enhancing drugs, and the protection of young athletes.

scholarly journals Leveraging School Nurse Expertise to Meet Children’s Health and Nutrition Needs in Afterschool Programs

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-17
Author(s):  
Heather Wensil Venrick ◽  
Natasha McClure ◽  
Karen Hande
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Position Statement ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Day School ◽  
Afterschool Programs ◽  
Regular School ◽  
Health And Nutrition ◽  
School Day

The National Association of School Nurses’ position statement clarifies the role of school nurses in afterschool activities is to assess, plan, and evaluate the health needs of students in programs that extend beyond the regular school day. School nurses leverage their expertise as trusted and caring providers to deliver health promotion education in the school setting. They can partner with afterschool programs to assess students’ healthy eating and physical activity. The purpose of this article is to describe an exemplar assessment of Healthy Eating and Physical Activity in one afterschool program and discuss approaches to address preventable factors associated with childhood obesity.

scholarly journals Physical activity assessment in cystic fibrosis: A position statement

2015 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. e25-e32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Judy Bradley ◽  
Brenda O'Neill ◽  
Lisa Kent ◽  
Erik H.J. Hulzebos ◽  
Bert Arets ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Position Statement ◽  
Physical Activity Assessment ◽  
Activity Assessment

Coping with the COVID-19 pandemic: the role of physical activity. An international position statement

2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 52-70
Author(s):  
Erick Burhaein ◽  
Nevzat Demirci ◽  
Carla Cristina Vieira Lourenço ◽  
Zsolt Németh ◽  
Diajeng Tyas Pinru Phytanza
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Position Statement ◽  
World Population ◽  
The World ◽  
Travel Restrictions ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
Characteristic Features ◽  
Public Health Strategies

Since its appearance at the end of 2019 and the beginning of 2020 in Wuhan (China), the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has spread rapidly worldwide. The outbreak was declared a pandemic in March 2020. Home confinement, travel restrictions, the closing of venues for exercise and recreation, and the cancellation of indoor and outdoor events including sport have been characteristic features of the public health responses around the world. The result has been a reduction in the levels of physical activity experienced by large numbers of the world population of all ages. This has caused considerable alarm for physical activity professionals around the world. In response, this position statement makes a case for the importance of continuing to embrace regular physical activity alongside the existing public health strategies that are being implemented in the management of the effects of the virus internationally. To be consistent with these policies this activity should always be away from others (application of social distancing) and preferably outdoors. Some potential benefits specific to the current situation, are suggested by reference to existing knowledge about the significance of exercise in the maintenance of a healthy immune system. However, these recommendations need to be viewed primarily within an unchanging context of the long-term value of healthy levels of physical activity for population well-being and quality of life. This has been made the more important on account of the potential harmful effects of the current reduced levels. Some recommendations for appropriate dosage and types of PA for those with different conditions are provided.

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