A systematic review of qualitative studies exploring the factors influencing the physical activity levels of Arab migrants

Abstract Background Evidence suggests that Arab migrant populations engage in low levels of physical activity. To our knowledge, there are no reviews that explore the perspectives of Arab migrant populations on the factors influencing physical activity. The aim of this systematic review was to thematically synthesise qualitative literature on the factors influencing physical activity among Arab migrant populations. Methods Five electronic databases (CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, PsychoInfo, MEDLINE, Embase) were searched in July 2018 and searched again in April 2020. A manual search in Google Scholar was also performed using keywords and the reference lists of included studies were also screened to identify further articles. The eligibility criteria for inclusion were studies that sampled adult (≥18 years) Arab migrant populations, used qualitative methodology, explored the factors influencing physical activity as a primary aim, and were published in English. The 10-item Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) checklist was used to assess methodological quality of individual studies. The results of the studies were thematically synthesised using the qualitative software Quirkos v1.6. Results A total of 15 studies were included, with the largest proportion of studies conducted in Australia, followed by the United States, Netherlands, Sweden, and then Canada. Five studies exclusively sampled Arab migrant populations in their study. A total of 7 major themes influencing physical activity among Arab migrants emerged from the synthesis: culture and religion, competing commitments and time, social factors, health-related influences, accessibility issues, outdoor environment, and the migratory experience. Conclusions The findings of this review highlighted the various factors influencing the physical activity levels of Arab migrant adults. While many of the factors influencing physical activity are shared with those experienced by other populations (e.g., time constraints), for Arab migrant populations there are other more unique factors closely associated with culture and religion that appear to influence their levels of physical activity. The findings of this review could be used to inform the design of physical activity interventions targeting Arab migrant populations.

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A systematic review of physical activity levels in Native American populations in Canada and the United States in the last 50 years

Obesity Reviews ◽

10.1111/obr.12032 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 14 (7) ◽

pp. 593-603 ◽

Cited By ~ 22

Author(s):

H. J. A. Foulds ◽

D. E. R. Warburton ◽

S. S. D. Bredin

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

United States ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Native American ◽

The United States ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Physical Activity Levels

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Effective Strategies for Promoting Physical Activity through the Use of Digital Media among School-Age Children: A Systematic Review

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su132011270 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (20) ◽

pp. 11270

Author(s):

Giovanni Angelo Navarra ◽

Ewan Thomas ◽

Antonino Scardina ◽

Mohammad Izadi ◽

Daniele Zangla ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Digital Media ◽

School Age Children ◽

Activity Levels ◽

School Age ◽

Sedentary Behaviors ◽

Eligibility Criteria ◽

Physical Activity Levels

Digital media are widespread among school-age children, and their incorrect use may lead to an increase in sedentary levels and the consequences associated with it. There are still few studies that have investigated whether physical activity levels could be increased through their use. The aim of this study was to systematically review the scientific literature in order to identify whether digital strategies and technologies are capable of increasing the level of physical activity. A literature search was performed using the following databases: Pubmed, Scopus, and Web of Science. The main outcomes evaluated the increase in physical activity levels, the number of steps, and the reduction of sedentary behaviors. Two trained researchers independently assessed eligible studies against eligibility criteria, extracted data, and assessed the risk of bias. The Downs and Black checklist was used to assess the quality of the included studies. A total of 15 studies (1122 children) were included in this systematic review, with a mean age of 8.45 ± 0.70 years. Quality assessment of the studies observed a “moderate quality” of the included records. The results of this systematic review highlight that digital media can be applied as a way to improve the levels of physical activity in children to contrast a sedentary lifestyle. The main limitations of the study are the heterogeneity within the exercise protocols and the paucity of studies involving school-age children. More research is needed to confirm our findings also due to continuing technological progress.

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Global Accelerometer-Derived Physical Activity Levels from Preschoolers to Adolescents: A Systematic Review, Subgroup Analysis, and Meta-Analysis

SSRN Electronic Journal ◽

10.2139/ssrn.3730015 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Han Chen ◽

Jiling Liu ◽

Yang Bai

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Subgroup Analysis ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Physical Activity Levels

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Effects of trees, gardens, and nature trails on heat index and child health: design and methods of the Green Schoolyards Project

BMC Public Health ◽

10.1186/s12889-020-10128-2 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Kevin Lanza ◽

Melody Alcazar ◽

Deanna M. Hoelscher ◽

Harold W. Kohl

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

United States ◽

Relative Humidity ◽

Air Temperature ◽

The United States ◽

Heat Index ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Natural Setting ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

Nature Trails

Abstract Background Latinx children in the United States are at high risk for nature-deficit disorder, heat-related illness, and physical inactivity. We developed the Green Schoolyards Project to investigate how green features—trees, gardens, and nature trails—in school parks impact heat index (i.e., air temperature and relative humidity) within parks, and physical activity levels and socioemotional well-being of these children. Herein, we present novel methods for a) observing children’s interaction with green features and b) measuring heat index and children’s behaviors in a natural setting, and a selection of baseline results. Methods During two September weeks (high temperature) and one November week (moderate temperature) in 2019, we examined three joint-use elementary school parks in Central Texas, United States, serving predominantly low-income Latinx families. To develop thermal profiles for each park, we installed 10 air temperature/relative humidity sensors per park, selecting sites based on land cover, land use, and even spatial coverage. We measured green features within a geographic information system. In a cross-sectional study, we used an adapted version of System for Observing Play and Recreation in Communities (SOPARC) to assess children’s physical activity levels and interactions with green features. In a cohort study, we equipped 30 3rd and 30 4th grade students per school during recess with accelerometers and Global Positioning System devices, and surveyed these students regarding their connection to nature. Baseline analyses included inverse distance weighting for thermal profiles and summing observed counts of children interacting with trees. Results In September 2019, average daily heat index ranged 2.0 °F among park sites, and maximum daily heat index ranged from 103.4 °F (air temperature = 33.8 °C; relative humidity = 55.2%) under tree canopy to 114.1 °F (air temperature = 37.9 °C; relative humidity = 45.2%) on an unshaded playground. 10.8% more girls and 25.4% more boys interacted with trees in September than in November. Conclusions We found extreme heat conditions at select sites within parks, and children positioning themselves under trees during periods of high heat index. These methods can be used by public health researchers and practitioners to inform the redesign of greenspaces in the face of climate change and health inequities.

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Walking Cadence to Exercise at Moderate Intensity for Adults: A Systematic Review

Journal of Sports Medicine ◽

10.1155/2017/4641203 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 2017 ◽

pp. 1-12 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

J. Slaght ◽

M. Sénéchal ◽

T. J. Hrubeniuk ◽

A. Mayo ◽

D. R. Bouchard

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Older Adults ◽

Leisure Activity ◽

Moderate Intensity ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Physical Activity Guidelines ◽

Aerobic Activity ◽

Physical Activity Levels

Background. Most adults choose walking as a leisure activity. However, many do not reach the international physical activity guidelines for adults, which recommend moderate intensity aerobic activity for at least 150 minutes/week in bouts of 10 minutes. Purpose. This systematic review provides an update on the walking cadence required to reach moderate intensity in adults and older adults, identifies variables associated with reaching moderate intensity, and evaluates how walking cadence intensity should be measured, but the main purpose is to report the interventions that have been attempted to prescribe walking cadence to increase time spent at moderate intensity or other outcomes for adults and older adults. Methods. SportDISCUS, Scopus, and PubMed databases were searched. We identified 3,917 articles and 31 were retained for this systematic review. Only articles written in English were included. Results. In general, 100 steps/minute is prescribed for adults to achieve moderate intensity, but older adults may require a higher cadence. Currently, few studies have explored using walking cadence prescription as an intervention to increase physical activity levels. Conclusion. Prescribing walking cadence as a way to increase physical activity levels has potential as a practical and useful strategy, but more evidence is required to assess its ability to increase physical activity levels at moderate intensity.

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Exploring the Relationship Between Fundamental Motor Skill Interventions and Physical Activity Levels in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Sports Medicine ◽

10.1007/s40279-018-0923-3 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 48 (8) ◽

pp. 1845-1857 ◽

Cited By ~ 22

Author(s):

Alexander C. Engel ◽

Carolyn R. Broderick ◽

Nancy van Doorn ◽

Louise L. Hardy ◽

Belinda J. Parmenter

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Motor Skill ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

The Relationship

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How Effective Are Interventions to Increase Physical Activity Levels among Older Inpatients Receiving Rehabilitation, without Increasing the Amount of Therapy? A Systematic Review

Physiotherapy Canada ◽

10.3138/ptc-2018-0067 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 72 (1) ◽

pp. 83-93

Author(s):

Stephen Quick ◽

Stacey Cleary ◽

Nora Shields

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

Older Inpatients

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Use of pedometers as a tool to promote daily physical activity levels in patients with COPD: a systematic review and meta-analysis

European Respiratory Review ◽

10.1183/16000617.0039-2019 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 28 (154) ◽

pp. 190039 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Matthew Armstrong ◽

Andrew Winnard ◽

Nikolaos Chynkiamis ◽

Spencer Boyle ◽

Chris Burtin ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Pulmonary Rehabilitation ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Physical Activity Promotion ◽

Daily Physical Activity ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Activity Promotion ◽

Physical Activity Levels

The aim of this study was to examine the use of pedometers as a tool to promote daily physical activity levels in patients with COPD.A systematic review meta-analysis of pedometer physical activity promotion in patients with COPD was conducted. Medline/PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science and CINAHL were searched from inception to January 2019. The search strategy included the following keywords: physical activity promotion, pulmonary rehabilitation and daily physical activity. The eligibility criteria for selecting studies were randomised controlled trials reporting pedometer physical activity promotion in patients with COPD.Improvements in steps per day were found with pedometer physical activity promotion either standalone (n=12, mean 0.53 (95% CI 0.29–0.77); p=0.00001) or alongside pulmonary rehabilitation (n=7, 0.51 (0.13–0.88); p=0.006). A subgroup analysis reported significant differences in the promotion of physical activity based on baseline physical activity levels and the type of instrument used to assess levels of physical activity.Future trials should consider the way in which pedometers are used to promote physical activity to inform clinical practice in the setting of pulmonary rehabilitation.

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Results from the United States’ 2014 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

Journal of Physical Activity and Health ◽

10.1123/jpah.2014-0184 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 11 (s1) ◽

pp. S105-S112 ◽

Cited By ~ 44

Author(s):

Kara N. Dentro ◽

Kim Beals ◽

Scott E. Crouter ◽

Joey C. Eisenmann ◽

Thomas L. McKenzie ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

United States ◽

Sport Participation ◽

Comprehensive Evaluation ◽

The United States ◽

Report Card ◽

Children And Youth ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Sedentary Behaviors ◽

Physical Activity Levels

Background:The National Physical Activity Plan Alliance partnered with physical activity experts to develop a report card that provides a comprehensive assessment of physical activity among United States children and youth.Methods:The 2014 U.S. Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth includes 10 indicators: overall physical activity levels, sedentary behaviors, active transportation, organized sport participation, active play, health-related fitness, family and peers, school, community and the built environment, and government strategies and investments. Data from nationally representative surveys were used to provide a comprehensive evaluation of the physical activity indicators. The Committee used the best available data source to grade the indicators using a standard rubric.Results:Approximately one-quarter of children and youth 6 to 15 years of age were at least moderately active for 60 min/day on at least 5 days per week. The prevalence was lower among youth compared with younger children, resulting in a grade of D- for overall physical activity levels. Five of the remaining 9 indicators received grades ranging from B- to F, whereas there was insufficient data to grade 4 indicators, highlighting the need for more research in some areas.Conclusions:Physical activity levels among U.S. children and youth are low and sedentary behavior is high, suggesting that current infrastructure, policies, programs, and investments in support of children’s physical activity are not sufficient.

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