scholarly journals The effects of social distancing and self-isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic on adults diagnosed with asthma: A qualitative study

2021 ◽  
pp. 135910532110127
Author(s):  
Leanne Tyson ◽  
Wendy Hardeman ◽  
Gareth Stratton ◽  
Andrew M Wilson ◽  
Joanna Semlyen
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Window Of Opportunity ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Online Focus Groups ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

This study aimed to explore how social distancing and self-isolation measures, aimed at protecting vulnerable groups from COVID-19, affected the wellbeing and physical activity levels among adults diagnosed with asthma. Twenty-seven participants took part across four online focus groups. Transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis. Participants reported becoming more health conscious due to being labelled as vulnerable. Their relationship with the severity of their asthma was altered and they reported making positive changes to increase their physical activity levels. Findings suggest there is a window of opportunity to engage with people diagnosed with asthma to promote beneficial lifestyle changes and self-management.

scholarly journals Reduced level of physical activity during COVID-19 pandemic is associated with depression and anxiety levels: an internet-based survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulo José Puccinelli ◽  
Taline Santos da Costa ◽  
Aldo Seffrin ◽  
Claudio Andre Barbosa de Lira ◽  
Rodrigo Luiz Vancini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mood Disorders ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Mood State ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

Abstract Background The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in a strong negative impact on economic and social life worldwide. It has also negatively influenced people’s general health and quality of life. The aim of the present study was to study the impact of social distancing on physical activity level, and the association between mood state (depression and anxiety level) or sex with actual physical activity levels, the change in physical activity caused by social distancing period, the adhesion level to social distancing, the adoption time of social distancing, family income and age. Methods A self-administered questionnaire with personal, quarantine, physical activity, and mood state disorders information’s was answered by 2140 Brazilians of both sex who were recruited through online advertising. Results The physical activity level adopted during the period of social distancing (3.5 ± 0.8) was lower than that the adopted prior to the pandemic period (2.9 ± 1.1, p < 0.001). Thirty percent of the participants presented symptoms of moderate/severe depression and 23.3% displayed moderate/severe anxiety symptoms. A greater presence of symptoms related to anxiety and depression were associated with low physical activity levels, low family monthly income, and younger age. A higher percentage of men who had no mood disorders was observed among those who were very active than among those less active. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic has a negative impact on physical activity. Those who reduced their level of physical activity had the highest levels of mood disorders. Therefore, physical activity programs should be encouraged, while respecting the necessary social distancing to prevent the spread of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2.

scholarly journals Frailty phenotype of homebound Montreal older community dwellers during the COVID-19 pandemic: Results of a cross-sectional population study

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-2
Author(s):  
C.P. Launay ◽  
L. Cooper-Brown ◽  
V. Ivensky ◽  
O. Beauchet
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Disease Burden ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Frailty Phenotype ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Insufficient Physical Activity ◽  
Community Dwellers

Recently, Aubertin-Leheurdre & Rolland underscored issues and challenges related to the insufficient physical activity levels observed in the frail older population due to social distancing during the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic (1). Social distancing is an effective intervention to limit the spread of COVID-19 (2). However, for older community dwellers social distancing implies homebound which may lead to a decline in physical activity, increased gait and balance disorders, cardiovascular disease burden and morality risk (1, 3, 4).

scholarly journals Physical Activity Levels and Mental Health during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Preliminary Results of a Comparative Study between Convenience Samples from Brazil and Switzerland

Medicina ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 48
Author(s):  
Paulo J. Puccinelli ◽  
Taline S. Costa ◽  
Aldo Seffrin ◽  
Claudio A. B. de Lira ◽  
Rodrigo L. Vancini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Effect Size ◽  
Mood State ◽  
Anxiety Symptoms ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Preliminary Results ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

Background and objectives: It has been suggested that the COVID-19 pandemic impaired people’s moods and general levels of physical activity, but the way in which each country is coping with the situation may result in different outcomes. The aim of the present study was to compare the mental health and physical activity levels between residents of Brazil and Switzerland during the social distancing period associated with COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and Methods: A self-administered questionnaire aiming to assess personal, quarantine, physical activity, and mood state disorders data was answered by 114 participants (57 from each country) of both sexes. Results: Swiss participants presented a higher frequency of people (47.4%) not abiding by social distancing measures compared to Brazilian participants (1.8%; p < 0.001, effect size = 0.56). There were no significant differences between the participants from the two countries regarding physical activity levels (p = 0.09). The Swiss presented a higher frequency (78.9%) of people without symptoms of depression compared to Brazilians (31.6%; p < 0.001, effect size = 0.48). The Swiss also presented a higher frequency (77.2%) of people without symptoms of anxiety compared to Brazilians (35.1%; p < 0.001, effect size = 0.43). There was a significant association between the restriction level and depression symptoms (p = 0.01, effect size = 0.25) but not with anxiety symptoms (p = 0.21, effect size = 0.16). Conclusions: According to the preliminary results, Brazilians presented a much higher frequency of depression and anxiety symptoms, which can be explained by characteristics other than the restriction level.

scholarly journals Impact of Social Distancing Associated with The COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Activity Levels and Associations With Mood State: An Internet-Based Survey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulo Puccinelli ◽  
Taline da Costa ◽  
Aldo Seffrin ◽  
Claudio de Lira ◽  
Rodrigo Vancini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mood Disorders ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Mood State ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
The Impact

Abstract BACKGROUND: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in a strong negative impact on economic and social life worldwide. It has also negatively influenced people’s general health and quality of life. The aim of the present study was to study the impact of social distancing on physical activity level, and the association between mood state (depression and anxiety level) or sex with actual physical activity levels, the change in physical activity during social distancing period, the adhesion level to social distancing, the adoption time of social distancing, family income and age. METHODS: A self-administered questionnaire with personal, quarantine, physical activity, and mood state disorders information’s was answered by 2,140 female and male Brazilians who were recruited through online advertising. RESULTS: Thirty percent of the participants presented symptoms of moderate/severe depression and 23.3% displayed moderate/severe anxiety symptoms. A greater presence of symptoms related to anxiety and depression were associated with low physical activity levels, low family monthly income, and younger age. A higher percentage of men who had no mood disorders was observed among those who were very active than among those less active. CONCLUSION: The COVID-19 pandemic has a negative impact on physical activity. Those who reduced their level of physical activity had the highest levels of mood disorders. Therefore, considering all the non-communicable diseases and mental diseases associated with physical inactivity, humans are likely to be much more vulnerable during this period of social distancing, including that of combating a possible COVID-19 disease. Therefore, physical activity programs should be encouraged, while respecting the necessary social distancing to prevent the spread of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).

scholarly journals Barriers and Facilitators for Physical Activity in Already Active Pregnant and Postpartum Women? Findings from a Qualitative Study to Inform the Design of an Intervention for Active Women.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Murali Krishnan Perumbakkam Subramanian ◽  
Peter Van der Graaf ◽  
Rosemary Dawson ◽  
Louise Hayes ◽  
Louisa J Ells ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Background Activity ◽  
Barriers And Facilitators ◽  
Postpartum Women ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Pregnancy And Postpartum ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

Abstract Background – Activity levels decline substantially in both inactive and active women during pregnancy and postpartum. There is limited information on the barriers and facilitators for physical activity participation in active women during this period. The primary aim of this study is to identify the barriers and facilitators for physical activity in already active women during pregnancy and postpartum. We also explore their views on, and requirements for, the development of an intervention to support the maintenance of or increase in physical activity. Methods - Five focus groups, with a total of 19 participants, were conducted. Transcripts were analysed using a thematic analysis approach. Results – Out of the 19 participants, four were postpartum, and 15 were pregnant. Analysing the focus group transcripts, 22 codes were generated and grouped into eight themes: 1-cognizant of physical activity’s benefits, 2-sources of advice, 3-reasons to be active during pregnancy, 4-reasons for reducing physical activity levels during pregnancy, 5-barriers to physical activity during and after pregnancy, 6-facilitators of physical activity during and after pregnancy, 7-ideal physical activity intervention, and 8-evaluation support. Conclusions – Among already active pregnant and postpartum women, factors such as pregnancy-related body changes, childcare and lack of targeted activities deter participation in physical activity. A new programme with social and group elements, including both familiar and new activities, and providing ‘satisfaction and fun’ should be developed to help increase or maintain their activity levels.

Promoting physical activity through group self-management support for those with multimorbidity: a randomised controlled trial

2021 ◽  
pp. BJGP.2021.0172
Author(s):  
Kamlesh Khunti ◽  
Patrick James Highton ◽  
Ghazala Waheed ◽  
Helen Dallosso ◽  
Emma Redman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Randomised Controlled Trial ◽  
Primary Outcome ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Activity Promotion ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Randomised Controlled ◽  
The Impact

Background: Targeted self-management programmes may improve health and increase physical activity in people with multimorbidity. Aim: Investigate the impact of a structured, theoretically-driven self-management group education programme on habitual physical activity levels in people with multimorbidity. Design: Individually randomised controlled trial with 12-month follow-up. Setting: Nine primary care practices within Leicestershire, UK. Methods: N=353 adults with multimorbidity (age 67.8±9 years, 161 male) were randomly assigned (1:1) to intervention (n=180) or control (n=173) groups. Intervention participants were invited to attend four group-based self-management sessions, centred primarily on increasing physical activity. They also received motivational text message support. The primary outcome measure was change from baseline in device-measured (GENEActiv wrist-worn accelerometer) overall volume of daily physical activity at 12 months. Results: At baseline, the total sample was achieving 22mins/day of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity. At 12 months a reduction in daily average physical activity was seen in the intervention group relative to control participants in the complete-case analysis (-0.80 mg; 95% CI: -1.57, -0.03; p=0.04) (primary outcome data available for 71.1% and 79.2% of intervention and control groups respectively). Similar reductions were seen in time spent in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (-3.86 mins/day; 95% CI:-6.70, -1.03; p=0.01) and time spent at an intensity equivalent to a slow walk (-4.66 mins/day; 95% CI: -8.82, -0.51; p=0.028). Conclusions: The self-management programme elicited a slight reduction in physical activity levels in people with multimorbidity. Future studies should identify and target subgroups of those with multimorbidity at greatest need for physical activity promotion.

scholarly journals Changes in Nutritional Habits and Lifestyles during the COVID-19 Lockdown Period in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 934-944
Author(s):  
Randah Miqbil Alqurashi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
World Health ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nutritional Habits ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) to be a pandemic in March 2020 due to growing case notification rates worldwide. This study was designed to investigate nutritional habits and lifestyle changes among people living in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) during the COVID-19 lockdown. A cross-sectional study of 208 adults aged 18 to 56 years living in the KSA was conducted between March and May 2020. Participants were identified and invited to complete an online survey. Google Docs forms were used by participants to self-report their nutritional habits, lifestyles, and physical activity levels during the lockdown. Of the 208 participants, 88.9% were female. More than half of the participants (58.1%) reported an increase in their food consumption during the lockdown, which included a higher intake of fast food (47.1%), sweets (48.5%), and fruits and vegetables (49%). 30.8% of participants reported an increase in body weight during the lockdown, while 32.2% reported a decrease. Staying at home or working from home was associated with decreased levels of physical activity in 39% of participants. This study provides the first data on changes in nutritional habits and lifestyles during the COVID-19 quarantine. Our findings suggest that people should decrease their intake of foods that are high in fat and sugar and increase their physical activity levels to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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