scholarly journals Motivation and physical activity levels in bariatric patients involved in a self-determination theory-based physical activity program

2020 ◽  
Vol 51 ◽  
pp. 101795
Author(s):  
David González-Cutre ◽  
Alejandro Jiménez-Loaisa ◽  
Manuel Alcaraz-Ibáñez ◽  
María Romero-Elías ◽  
Inês Santos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Physical Activity Program ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Activity Program ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Bariatric Patients

scholarly journals Effects of a community physical activity program on the number of antihypertensive drugs used by elderly women with arterial hypertension: a cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudio Andre Barbosa de Lira ◽  
Rafaela Gomes Santos ◽  
Ariádny Brandão Gomes ◽  
Douglas Assis Teles Santos ◽  
Marília Santos Andrade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Antihypertensive Drugs ◽  
Habitual Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Activity Program ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Systemic Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Activity Program ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

Abstract Background Physical exercise is an important tool to manage systemic arterial hypertension. However, less is known about the effect of physical exercise on the number of antihypertensive drugs used by older adults. Objectives The aim was to compare the number of antihypertensive drugs used by older female adults with a low level of physical activity with the number used by those with a high level of physical activity, and to verify how many participants used more than two antihypertensive drugs. Methods Twenty-eight physically active older women with systemic arterial hypertension who participated in a physical activity program for community-dwelling older female adults were divided into two groups: participants that presented lower habitual physical activity levels were placed in group 1 and participants that presented higher habitual physical activity levels were placed in group 2, according to the Baecke questionnaire. In addition, the number of antihypertensive drugs used by participants was collected. Results The number of ingested antihypertensive tablets was 2.0 (median) for both groups investigated. There was no significant difference between groups regarding the number of antihypertensive tablets ingested (p>0.05). Although there was no statistical difference, a higher proportion of participants from the lower physical activity group used more than two antihypertensive drugs. Conclusions The level of habitual physical activity did not affect the number of antihypertensive tablets used by hypertensive women.

scholarly journals Developing a Comprehensive School-Based Physical Activity Program with Flexible Design – From Pilot to National Program

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kerli Mooses ◽  
Triin Vihalemm ◽  
Marko Uibu ◽  
Katrin Mägi ◽  
Leene Korp ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approach ◽  
Physical Activity Program ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Activity Program ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Program Description

Abstract Finding ways to support children in meeting suggested physical activity levels is a worldwide challenge. Current article introduces the design and development process of the Estonian nationwide comprehensive physical activity program Schools in Motion (SiM) which aims to increase the physical activity levels of children in school settings where schools are active partners in the development and implementation process. The SiM program began with 10 pilot schools in 2016 and has now reached 110 schools in 4 years, with yet more schools eager to join. The program is very popular among schools and has received a positive reception among the governors and society at large. The article describes and analyses the key elements of the planning, piloting, implementation, and scaling phases of the SiM program to give a deeper understanding of the development and the design process of nationwide physical activity intervention programs. In addition to the process and program description, we have also tried to address the difficulties faced during the development process, the strengths and challenges associated with an interdisciplinary approach, and involvement of schools as experts. The article includes an overview of the lessons learnt and the main focuses of the coming years. We hope this article and our experiences will provide valuable information to practitioners and researchers in the field.

The Impact of Enrollment in an Instructional Physical Activity Program Course on the Physical Activity Level and Enjoyment of Physical Activity of University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Grant M. Hill ◽  
Bernard D. Goldfine ◽  
Kandice J. Porter ◽  
Zenong Yin
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Treatment Group ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Physical Activity Program ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Activity Program ◽  
Training Control ◽  
The Impact

e purposes of this research were to determine whether participation in a university elective instruction-al physical activity program course (IPAP) would increase the weekly physical activity level of students and resultin a signi cantly higher score on the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale (PACES). Treatment-group participantswere enrolled in an elective IPAP course that was either sport-based (e.g., volleyball, tennis) or physical condi-tioning-based (e.g., aerobic/strength training). Control-group participants (N=180) were students from the sameuniversities who were not enrolled during that term in an IPAP course. Student responses to the Godin-ShephardLeisure-Time Physical Activity Questionnaire indicated within-group changes in pre vs. post physical activity thatwere signi cant for the treatment group, but not the control group. Results indicate participation in an IPAPcourse signi cantly increases the physical activity levels of students and also signi cantly increases the physical activ-ity enjoyment of students with the most sedentary lifestyles.

Physical Education Lesson Content and Teacher Style and Elementary Students’ Motivation and Physical Activity Levels

2013 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 321-334 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heather E. Erwin ◽  
Megan Babkes Stellino ◽  
Michael W. Beets ◽  
Aaron Beighle ◽  
Christine E. Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Physical Educators ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Southern Us ◽  
Lesson Content ◽  
American Children ◽  
Situational Motivation

Obesity levels among American children are increasing at an alarming rate, due in part to a lack of regular physical activity (PA). Physical education (PE) is one way to facilitate student PA. The overarching PA goal for physical educators is 50% PA for students. Self-determination theory suggests that PA levels in PE and a variety of other contexts depend upon individuals’ motivation levels. The purpose of this study was to determine whether autonomy and lesson type related to children’s self-determination for, and actual, PA in elementary PE. Children from four elementary schools in the southern US engaged in four different PE lessons, representing variations in teaching conditions associated with student groupings and level of task choice. Students completed a motivation scale and wore pedometers and accelerometers. Results showed no situational motivation differences, but PA differences by lesson type existed. A number of plausible explanations are presented.

scholarly journals Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motives Support Adults’ Regular Physical Activity Maintenance

2018 ◽  
Vol 02 (03) ◽  
pp. E62-E66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karly Geller ◽  
Kate Renneke ◽  
Sarah Custer ◽  
Grace Tigue
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Regular Physical Activity ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Retrospective Reports ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Current Sample ◽  
Physical Activity Maintenance

AbstractMotives for physical activity were compared between adults who either successfully or unsuccessfully maintained regular physical activity over the last 10 years. Adults age 28–45 (N=721) completed an online survey, reporting their current physical activity levels and self-determination theory (SDT) motives, as well as their physical activity levels at least 10 years prior. With participants’ current and retrospective reports of their physical activity, four sample subgroups were created, including maintainers, improvers, decliners, and sedentary. ANOVA analyses were used to examine differences in motives between physical activity maintenance groups. Those who successfully maintained regular physical activity (maintainers) reported higher intrinsic and extrinsic motives compared to those who were not regularly active (P<0.05). Interestingly, maintainers reported similar physical activity motives compared to those who reported increased physical activity over time. Among the current sample and consistent with theory, motives for physical activity significantly influenced participants’ long-term maintenance of regular physical activity. Future interventions should consider these constructs to promote sustained physical activity.

Can Healthcare Providers Increase Preoperative Physical Activity Levels in Bariatric Patients?

2010 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 119-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Lim ◽  
Limaris Barrios ◽  
Daniel B. Jones ◽  
Daniel Rooks ◽  
Henry Lin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Bariatric Patients

The Effect of an 8-Week Educational Curriculum and Physical Activity Program on Attitudes Toward Physical Activity and Body Image of Urban Adolescent Girls

2008 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 17-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lori E. Ciccomascolo ◽  
Linda M. Grossi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Physical Activity Program ◽  
After School ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Educational Curriculum ◽  
Activity Program ◽  
Urban Adolescent ◽  
Urban Adolescent Girls

Adolescent girls are becoming less physically active and are experiencing more body image issues compared to adolescent boys. Furthermore, adolescent girls maintain physical activity levels well below recommended guidelines, especially girls in urban environments. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of an 8-week after-school educational curriculum, GoGirlGo!, and physical activity program on urban adolescent middle school girls’ attitudes toward physical activity and body image. Twenty-five girls ranging in age from 12 to 14 years of age (M = 12.34 years, SD = 2.1) were randomly placed into two groups: (a) GoGirlGo! intervention and physical activity, and (b) physical activity only. The GoGirlGo! group increased their attraction to physical activity and lowered scores in weight dissatisfaction and desire to be slim compared to the physical activity only group. Based on the data, the GoGirlGo! curriculum is effective in improving attitudes about physical activity and body image among urban adolescent girls.

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