A Longitudinal Study of Physical Activity and Self-Rated Health in Canadians Over 55 Years of Age

1996 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 136-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paula C. Fletcher ◽  
John P. Hirdes
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Smoking History ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Item Nonresponse ◽  
Self Rated Health

This paper examines factors associated with physical activity and health status among the 796 subjects aged 55 and older who appear in both the 1981 Canada Fitness Survey (CFS) and The Campbell’s Survey on Well-Being (CSWB), a longitudinal follow-up to the CFS. The CSWB can provide information about changes in physical activity patterns and health between 1981 and 1988. Although nonresponse to the overall survey was low, item nonresponse was problematic in some cases. Approximately 50% of the sample were not assessed on physical fitness measures (e.g., body mass index), while 14% and 38% refused to answer questions concerning alcohol consumption and family income, respectively. Of specific interest are the relationships of physical activity levels and self-rated health with socio-economic status, age, gender, smoking history, alcohol consumption, and measures of body composition.

Customary Physical Activity, Psychological Well-being and Successful Ageing

1991 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 399-415 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kevin Morgan ◽  
Helen Dalleosso ◽  
E. Joan Bassey ◽  
Shan Ebrahim ◽  
P. H. Fentem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Minimum Energy ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Factor Scores ◽  
Psychological Well Being

ABSTRACTProfiles of customary physical activity (CPA) and psychological wellbeing were obtained from a random community sample of 1,042 individuals aged 65 years and over. Activities were assessed with regard to their estimated minimum energy cost and/or their assumed contribution to functional capacity. The structure of CPA, and associations between activity levels, morale and mental health were then investigated. Women and men showed clear differences in the organisation of their activity patterns, and these differences were reflected in activity–affect relationships. For men, factor scores derived from the first principal component of CPA emerged as significant, though modest, predictors of well-being in regression and discriminant analyses. For women, however, activity factor scores failed significantly to predict levels of morale or mental health when medical and demographic factors were controlled. The results indicate that, among the present cohort of retired and elderly people, relationships between customary physical activity levels and psychological well-being are weak, indirect and gender-specific.

Comparing cancer survivors' perceptions on lifestyle behaviors between adolescent-young adult (AYA) and middle-aged patients (pts).

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (29_suppl) ◽  
pp. 207-207
Author(s):  
Spencer Soberano ◽  
Lawson Eng ◽  
RuiQi Chen ◽  
Ashraf Altesha ◽  
Subiksha Nagaratnam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Cancer Survivorship ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Smoking History ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Aged Patients ◽  
Age Cohorts ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviours

207 Background: Lifestyle behaviours such as smoking, physical activity, and alcohol consumption are important determinants of cancer survivorship. Previous studies have compared the lifestyle behaviours of elderly and middle-aged patients (pts), yet no studies have compared these behavioural perceptions between AYA (aged 18-39 years) to those of middle-aged pts (MA, 40-64 years). Methods: Cancer pts across various tumour types at a comprehensive cancer centre were surveyed with respect to their perceptions of how their well-being was affected by smoking, physical activity and alcohol consumption after diagnosis. Univariate logistic regression models evaluated factors associated with perceptions on the effect of various adverse lifestyle behaviours on health and well-being. Results: Of 200 AYA (57% female, 43% male) and 772 MA (56% female, 44% male) pts, a positive smoking history was reported by 33% of AYA and 48% of MA (P<0.001). At time of diagnosis, 55% of AYA and 59% of MA pts consumed alcohol, 16% of AYA and 16% of MA were ex-drinkers, and 28% of AYA and 25% of MA were never drinkers (P=0.62). Among AYA, 26% exercised compared to 20% in the MA group (P=0.19). The majority (72-92%) of pts perceived that smoking and lack of activity after cancer diagnosis negatively affected quality of life, survival chances, and fatigue; there were no significant differences between age groups. In contrast, both age cohorts displayed misperceptions about how alcohol affects health, which was characterized by perceiving neutral or beneficial influence on their overall well-being: Fifty-seven percent of MA pts had a borderline greater misperception versus 49% of AYA pts (P=0.06). Misperceptions regarding how alcohol affects survival were observed in 49% of AYA pts and 58% of MA pts (P=0.05). Misperception with respect to how alcohol affects fatigue was observed in 40% of AYA pts compared to 52% of MA pts (P=0.005). Furthermore, MA pts had 1.63 (95% CI 1.16–2.29) times the odds to have misperceptions regarding how alcohol affects fatigue, and 1.41 (95% CI 1.01–1.97) times the odds to have misperceptions on how alcohol affects survival compared to AYA pts. Conclusions: Both the AYA and MA population were not adequately informed about how alcohol affects cancer survivorship health; with more misperceptions in MA pts. Results from this study advocate for survivorship programs to implement emphasis on the deleterious effects of alcohol, with particular efforts tailored to the MA group.

scholarly journals Mii-vitaliSe: a pilot randomised controlled trial of a home gaming system (Nintendo Wii) to increase activity levels, vitality and well-being in people with multiple sclerosis

BMJ Open ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
pp. e016966 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Thomas ◽  
Louise Fazakarley ◽  
Peter W Thomas ◽  
Sarah Collyer ◽  
Sarah Brenton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Recruitment Rate ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Nintendo Wii ◽  
Serious Adverse Events ◽  
Randomised Controlled

ObjectivesWhile the health and well-being benefits of physical activity are recognised, people with multiple sclerosis (MS) often face greater barriers than the general population. The Nintendo Wii potentially offers a fun, convenient way of overcoming some of these. The aim was to test the feasibility of conducting a definitive trial of the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of Mii-vitaliSe; a home-based, physiotherapist-supported Nintendo Wii intervention.DesignA single-centre wait-list randomised controlled study.SettingMS service in secondary care.ParticipantsAmbulatory, relatively inactive people with clinically confirmed MS.InterventionThirty participants were randomised to receive Mii-vitaliSe either immediately (for 12 months) or after a 6-month wait (for 6 months). Mii-vitaliSe consisted of two supervised Nintendo Wii familiarisation sessions in the hospital followed by home use (Wii Sports, Sports Resort and Fit Plus software) with physiotherapist support and personalised resources.OutcomesIncluded self-reported physical activity levels, quality of life, mood, self-efficacy, fatigue and assessments of balance, gait, mobility and hand dexterity at baseline, 6 and 12 months. Interviews (n=25) explored participants’ experiences and, at study end, the two Mii-vitaliSe facilitators’ experiences of intervention delivery (main qualitative findings reported separately).ResultsMean (SD) age was 49.3 (8.7) years, 90% female, with 47% diagnosed with MS <6 years ago and 60% new to active gaming. The recruitment rate was 31% (95% CI 20% to 44%). Outcome data were available for 29 (97%) at 6 months and 28 (93%) at 12 months. No serious adverse events were reported during the study. Qualitative data indicated that Mii-vitaliSe was well-received. Mean Wii use across both groups over the initial 6-month intervention period was twice a week for 27 min/day. Mean cost of delivering Mii-vitaliSe was £684 per person.DiscussionMii-vitaliSe appears acceptable and a future trial feasible and warranted. These findings will inform its design.Trial registrationISRCTN49286846

Pedestrian Activity Among California Adults

2009 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna E. Mathews ◽  
Natalie Colabianchi ◽  
Brent Hutto ◽  
Delores M. Pluto ◽  
Steve P. Hooker
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Physical Activity Promotion ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Public Health Agencies ◽  
Activity Promotion ◽  
Health Agencies ◽  
Random Digit Dial

Background:The objectives of this study were to assess (1) pedestrian activity levels among adults, (2) where and why adults engage in pedestrian activity, and (3) what adults consider when deciding where to engage in pedestrian activity.Methods:Pedestrian activity was assessed in 12,036 California adults, ≥18 years, using a random digit-dial telephone survey.Results:Significant differences were identified by race, sex, age, and physical activity level in the type, location, and purpose of pedestrian activities. Men engage in pedestrian activity at work, and women engage in pedestrian activity while escorting children to school and running errands. Whites primarily engage in leisure-time pedestrian activity, and non-whites are more likely to engage in pedestrian activity for transportation. Older adults were less active than their younger counterparts.Conclusions:These findings should be considered by public health agencies and their partners as they continue to increase and promote opportunities for pedestrian activity. Additional research is needed to assess older adults’ physical activity patterns and preferences, barriers, and facilitators to effectively tailor physical activity promotion efforts to this at-risk group.

scholarly journals The Intricacies of Children’s Physical Activity

2015 ◽  
Vol 47 (1) ◽  
pp. 269-275 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy A Brusseau
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Physical Activity Patterns ◽  
Change Behavior ◽  
Before And After ◽  
School Recess ◽  
Physical Activity Programming ◽  
Children’S Physical Activity

AbstractUnderstanding the physical activity patterns of youth is an essential step in preparing programming and interventions needed to change behavior. To date, little is known about the intricacies of youth physical activity across various physical activity segments (i.e. in school, out of school, recess, classroom physical activity, physical education, weekends, etc.). Therefore, the purpose of the study was to examine the physical activity patterns of elementary school children across various segments and during two seasons. A total of 287 fourth and fifth graders from the Southwest US wore the Yamax Digiwalker SW-200 pedometer for 7 consecutive days during the Fall and Spring seasons. Children were prompted to record their step counts when arriving and leaving school, before and after physical education and recess, as well as on the weekends. Means and standard deviations were calculated and ANOVAs and t tests were utilized to examine difference by sex, season, and segment. Youth were more active outside of school and on weekdays (p<0.05). Boys were generally more active than girls and all youth were more active during the milder Spring season. There is a clear need for Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programming and weekend physical activity opportunities. Furthermore, greater emphasis is needed on PE and across other activity segments for girls to increase their physical activity levels.

scholarly journals Youth Physical Activity Patterns During School and Out-of-School Time

Children ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (9) ◽  
pp. 118 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Saint-Maurice ◽  
Yang Bai ◽  
Spyridoula Vazou ◽  
Gregory Welk
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Discrete Time ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
After School ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
School Students ◽  
Time Periods ◽  
Out Of School

This study describes age, sex, and season patterns in children’s physical activity behaviors during discrete time periods, both in school and at home. Participants were 135 elementary, 67 middle, and 89 high-school students (128 boys and 163 girls) involved in a larger school activity monitoring project. We examined time spent in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) at recess, physical education (PE), lunch, commuting to/from school, before-school, after-school, evening, and weekend segments. Differences in MVPA by age, sex, and season were examined using a three-way analysis of variance and separately for each individual segment. Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity levels varied by context and were higher during recess (15.4 ± 8.5 min) while at school, and on Saturdays (97.4 ± 89.5 min) when youth were out-of-school. Elementary children were more active than their older counterparts only during lunch time, after-school, and Sunday (p < 0.05). Boys were consistently more active than girls at all segments. Participants were only more active during non-winter than winter months during PE (p = 0.006), after-school (p < 0.001), and Sunday (p = 0.008) segments. These findings showed that activity levels in youth vary during the day and season. The segments reflect discrete time periods that can potentially be targeted and evaluated to promote physical activity in this population.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Reduction in Physical Activity during the COVID-19 Pandemic in São Paulo, Brazil: An Internet-Based Survey Conducted in June 2020

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (21) ◽  
pp. 11397
Author(s):  
Gabriela Togni ◽  
Paulo José Puccinelli ◽  
Taline Costa ◽  
Aldo Seffrin ◽  
Claudio Andre Barbosa de Lira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Minimum Wage ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Sao Paulo ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
São Paulo ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
The City

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected physical activity levels. This study investigated the factors associated with the change in physical activity level in Brazilians residing in the city of São Paulo. Methods: A self-administered questionnaire, addressing personal data, restriction level, education level, family income, daily working hours, and physical activity level, was answered by 2140 volunteers, of which 1179 were excluded because the answers were either incomplete or the respondents were not from São Paulo. The total number of participants selected was 961 (581 female and 380 male). Results: The physical activity level adopted prior to the pandemic period (p < 0.001) and family income (p = 0.001) correlated significantly with physical activity level reduction during the pandemic. The proportion of people who reduced their physical activity was greater among those who were very active than those who were active (adjusted prevalence ratio [aPR]: 0.65 [confidence interval (CI): 0.52–0.80]) or insufficiently active [aPR: 0.39 (0.18–0.82)]. The proportion of people who reduced their physical activity was greater among those who received a salary less than minimum wage (MW) than those who received a salary between three to six times minimum wage [(aPR: 0.50 (CI 0.35–0.70)] or more than 6 MW [(aPR: 0.56 (CI 0.40–0.79)]. Conclusions: A higher prevalence of Brazilians residing in the city of São Paulo reduced their physical activity who had a vigorous level of physical activity prior to the pandemic and who received less than a MW.

An Examination of the Activity Patterns of Elementary School Children

2002 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 432-441 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan D. Vincent ◽  
Robert P. Pangrazi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Individual Variability ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Factorial Anova ◽  
Step Counts ◽  
Meaningful Activity ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Steps Per Day

Research has suggested a trend of decreasing activity with age necessitating a renewed emphasis on promoting physical activity for children. The purpose of this study was to assess current physical activity levels of children and to establish initial standards for comparison in determining appropriate activity levels of children based on pedometer counts. Children, 6–12 years old (N = 711), wore sealed pedometers for 4 consecutive days. Mean step counts ranged from 10,479–11,274 and 12300–13989 for girls and boys respectively. Factorial ANOVA found a significant difference between sex (F = 90.16, p < .01) but not among age (F = 0.78, p = .587). Great individual variability existed among children of the same sex. Further analysis found significant differences among children of the same sex above the 80th percentile and below the 20th percentile. A reasonable activity standard might be approximately 11,000 and 13,000 steps per day for girls and boys respectively, although further discussion of this is warranted. The descriptive nature of this study provides insights into the activity patterns of children and the mean step counts for boys and girls at each age can serve as a preliminary guide for determining meaningful activity levels for children based on pedometer counts.

Exercise and Health, Historical Perspectives and New Insights

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Hargreaves
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Historical Perspectives ◽  
Multiple Organs ◽  
Organ Systems ◽  
Novel Therapeutic Strategies

Since ancient times, the health benefits of regular physical activity/exercise have been recognised and the classic studies of Morris and Paffenbarger provided the epidemiological evidence in support of such an association. Cardiorespiratory fitness, often measured by maximal oxygen uptake, and habitual physical activity levels are inversely related to mortality. Thus, studies exploring the biological bases of the health benefits of exercise have largely focused on the cardiovascular system and skeletal muscle (mass and metabolism), although there is increasing evidence that multiple tissues and organ systems are influenced by regular exercise. Communication between contracting skeletal muscle and multiple organs has been implicated in exercise benefits, as indeed has other inter-organ "cross-talk". The application of molecular biology techniques and 'omics' approaches to questions in exercise biology has opened new lines of investigation to better understand the beneficial effects of exercise and, in so doing, inform the optimisation of exercise regimens and the identification of novel therapeutic strategies to enhance health and well-being.

The complex relationship between physical activity and diabetes: an overview

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefano Palermi ◽  
Olimpia Iacono ◽  
Felice Sirico ◽  
Michele Modestino ◽  
Carlo Ruosi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Barriers To Exercise ◽  
Cardio Respiratory Fitness ◽  
Intensity Of Exercise ◽  
Health And Well Being ◽  
Improve Health

Abstract Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a widespread condition, representing a challenging disease to manage. Exercise is being increasingly recommended as part of the therapeutic regimen for DM but the management of different forms of physical activity is difficult for individuals with diabetes, trainers, and physicians. Regular exercise can improve health and well-being, helping individuals to achieve their target lipid profile, body composition, cardio-respiratory fitness, and glycemic goals. People with diabetes tend to be as inactive as the general population, with a large percentage of individuals not achieving the minimum amount of recommended physical activity levels. Indeed, several barriers to exercise exist for persons with diabetes, including sports eligibility, multi-modality management of diabetic athletes, and inadequate knowledge about adequate type and intensity of exercise. The aim of the present review is to provide the current understanding of mechanisms, recommendations, and beneficial effects of different modalities of exercise for the treatment of DM.

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