Primary School Pupil’s Physical Activity, Physical Capability, Nutrition Habits, Evaluation of Achievements and Progress, and their Relation to Parent’s Physical Activities

In the age of modern and advanced technology, it is observed that sedentarism is characteristic to occupy a wide spectrum of the population from children to the elderly. As for children, they are no longer active when we talk about physical activity both during school hours, but especially in their free time. In this context, the school must encourage the active participation of students in physical activities during the classes included in the school curriculum and after, by offering an attractive variety of extracurricular sports aimed at motivating students, especially those in primary school.

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Postoje k pohybovým aktivitám u dívek mladšího školního věku

Studia sportiva ◽

10.5817/sts2014-1-14 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 133-140

Author(s):

Jakub Holický ◽

Aleš Kaplan ◽

Šárka Honsová

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Elementary School ◽

Primary School ◽

Social Perception ◽

Social Engagement ◽

Primary Schools ◽

Positive Attitude ◽

Positive Relationship ◽

Physical Activities ◽

Significance Level

The evaluation of attitudes toward physical activity by children is a very discussion issue by us and abroad. The main objective of this study was to determine the attitudes towards physical activities by girls from Prague (DP) and other region (DM) primary schools. The results were compare by both groups with helped the questionnaire CATPA/Grade Year 3. The questionnaire affects six dimensions of attitudes (social sensibilities, health hazards, social perception, aesthetics and the joy of movement). The research sample consisted of 74 girls (age=10,32±0,12) from the fourth grade of elementary school. Of that, 37 were girls of primary school in Prague (DP) and the rest 37 girls were from outside Prague´s primary school (DM). The results of the study described the attitude to physical activities girls from Prague and outside Prague elementary school elementary school in each dimension questionnaire CATPA/Grade Year 3. The results were compared. The result demonstrated that the dimensions of social engagement, health, danger and joy of movement girls (DM) (M=4,61; SD=0,51) have a more positive attitude towards physical activities than girls (DP) (M=3,95; SD=0,87), in determining the significance level of p<0,05. This research confirmed conclusion Czech and aboard researchers. The results confirm that girls from primary schools outside Prague have a positive relationship to physical activities than girls from primary schools of Prague.

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Associations Of Learning Outcomes For The Physical Activity Of Primary School Students

10.15405/epsbs.2018.07.52 ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Irina Kliziene

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Primary School ◽

Learning Outcomes ◽

Primary School Students ◽

School Students

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A cutting edge approach to assessing physical activities occurring on sidewalks/streets (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.12976 ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Richard Robert Suminski Jr ◽

Gregory Dominick ◽

Philip Sapanaro

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Environmental Conditions ◽

Intraclass Correlation ◽

Physical Activity Behavior ◽

Physical Activities ◽

Video Data ◽

Considerable Proportion ◽

High Definition ◽

Deep Convolutional Neural Networks ◽

Number Of Individuals

BACKGROUND A considerable proportion of outdoor physical activity is done on sidewalk/streets. For example, we found that ~70% of adults who walked during the previous week used the sidewalks/streets around their homes. Interventions conducted at geographical levels (e.g., community) and studies examining relationships between environmental conditions (e.g., traffic) and walking/biking, necessitate a reliable measure of physical activities performed on sidewalks/streets. The Block Walk Method (BWM) is one of the more common approaches available for this purpose. Although it utilizes reliable observation techniques and displays criterion validity, it remains relatively unchanged since its introduction in 2006. It is a non-technical, labor-intensive, first generation method. Advancing the BWM would contribute significantly to our understanding of physical activity behavior. OBJECTIVE Therefore, the objective of the proposed study is to develop and test a new BWM that utilizes a wearable video device (WVD) and computer video analysis to assess physical activities performed on sidewalks/streets. The following aims will be completed to accomplish this objective. Aim 1: Improve the BWM by incorporating a WVD into the methodology. The WVD is a pair of eyeglasses with a high definition video camera embedded into the frames. We expect the WVD to be a viable option for improving the acquisition and accuracy of data collected using the BWM. Aim 2: Advance the WVD-enhanced BWM by applying machine learning and recognition software to automatically extract information on physical activities occurring on the sidewalks/streets from the videos. METHODS Trained observers (one wearing and one not wearing the WVD) will walk together at a set pace along predetermined, 1000 ft. sidewalk/street observation routes representing low, medium, and high walkable areas. During the walks, the non-WVD observer will use the traditional BWM to record the number of individuals standing/sitting, walking, biking, and running along the routes. The WVD observer will only record a video while walking. Later, two investigators will view the videos to determine the numbers of individuals performing physical activities along the routes. For aim 2, the video data will be analyzed automatically using multiple deep convolutional neural networks (CNNs) to determine the number of humans along an observation route as well as the type of physical activities being performed. Bland Altman methods and intraclass correlation coefficients will be used to assess agreement. Potential sources of error such as occlusions (e.g., trees) will be assessed using moderator analyses. RESULTS Outcomes from this study are pending; however, preliminary studies supporting the research protocol indicate that the BWM is reliable and the number of individuals were seen walking along routes are correlated with several environmental characteristics (e.g., traffic, sidewalk defects). Further, we have used CNNs to detect cars, bikes, and pedestrians as well as individuals using park facilities. CONCLUSIONS We expect the new approach will enhance measurement accuracy while reducing the burden of data collection. In the future, the capabilities of the WVD-CNNs system will be expanded to allow for the determination of other characteristics captured by the videos such as caloric expenditure and environmental conditions.

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Impact of Work and Recreational Physical Activity on Prediabetes Condition among U.S. Adults: NHANES 2015–2016

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18041378 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (4) ◽

pp. 1378

Author(s):

Lenin Pazmino ◽

Wilmer Esparza ◽

Arian Ramón Aladro-Gonzalvo ◽

Edgar León

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Protective Factor ◽

Hemoglobin A1c ◽

Physical Activities ◽

Recreational Physical Activity ◽

Physically Active ◽

Hba1c Test ◽

Health And Nutrition ◽

The Impact

More minutes of physical activity (PA) accumulated during a day are associated with a lower risk of diabetes mellitus type 2. However, it is less known if distinct dimensions of PA can produce a different protective effect in the prevention of prediabetes. The aim of this study was to analyze the impact of work and recreational PA on prediabetes among U.S. adults during the period 2015–2016 using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) database. Individuals (n = 4481) with hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test values of 5.7% to 6.4% were included. A logistic regression multivariate-adjusted analysis was conducted to estimate the association between the odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of prediabetes, with work and recreational PA. The prevalence of prediabetes among U.S. adults was lower in physically active individuals both at work (~24%) and recreational (~21%) physical activities compared to individuals who were not physically active (27 to 30%). Individuals lacking practice of recreational PA had a high risk of prediabetes (OR = 1.26, 95% CI: 1.080 to 1.466). PA may be a protective factor for prediabetes conditions depending on gender, age, ethnic group, waist circumference, and thyroid disease.

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COVID-19 Pandemic and Remote Education Contributes to Improved Nutritional Behaviors and Increased Screen Time in a Polish Population-Based Sample of Primary School Adolescents: Diet and Activity of Youth during COVID-19 (DAY-19) Study

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13051596 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (5) ◽

pp. 1596

Author(s):

Aleksandra Kołota ◽

Dominika Głąbska

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Primary School ◽

Screen Time ◽

Fast Food ◽

Population Based ◽

Polish Population ◽

Remote Education ◽

Physically Active ◽

Validated Questionnaire ◽

Diet And Physical Activity

The Coronavirus-19 disease (COVID-19) pandemic has influenced the nutrition of individuals, including the diet followed, food availability, and food security. However, thus far, only a few studies have been published regarding the diet and activity of children and adolescents. The aim of the present study was to analyze the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic and remote education in this period on the diet and physical activity in a Polish population-based sample of primary school adolescents. In June 2020, the Diet and Activity of Youth during COVID-19 (DAY-19) Study was conducted on a population recruited based on stratified random sampling from all regions (schools sampled from counties, and counties from voivodeships). The sample consisted of a total of 1334 adolescents aged 10–16 years. The study assessed the diet and physical activity of the participants using a validated questionnaire which included questions about the period of remote education and the period before the COVID-19 pandemic. The participants were asked about the following: consumption of fruit, vegetables, soft drinks, water, French fries, and fast food; eating meals in front of the television; and the number of days they are physically active and the number of hours they spend watching television. The obtained data were analyzed by stratifying the respondents by the gender, age, size of the city and total COVID-19 morbidity in the voivodeship. It was observed that, during the pandemic and the resultant remote education, the proportion of respondents who declared the recommended intake of fruits and vegetables had increased compared to that before the pandemic—a higher proportion consumed at least three portions of fruit per day (19.0% before pandemic vs. 27.4% during pandemic; p < 0.0001), as well as three and four or more portions of vegetables per day (11.9% vs. 14.5% and 7.5% vs. 11.1%; p = 0.0004). At the same time, the proportion of respondents consuming at least three cups of water per day had increased (41.1% vs. 47.9%; p = 0.0020), whereas the proportion of respondents who never or rarely eat their meals in front of the television had decreased (35.6% vs. 28.9%; p < 0.0001), and the proportion watching television for more than 2 h a day had increased (78.3% vs. 88.4%; p < 0.0001). Based on the results, it may be concluded that, during the period of remote education due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the dietary behaviors of the studied population of Polish adolescents were more beneficial, which included a higher intake of fruit, vegetables, and water, compared to before the pandemic. In spite of the increasing screen time, including eating in front of the television, there was no reduction in the number of days the respondents were physically active.

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Impact of The Daily Mile on children’s physical and mental health, and educational attainment in primary schools: iMprOVE cohort study protocol

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2020-045879 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (5) ◽

pp. e045879

Author(s):

Bina Ram ◽

Anna Chalkley ◽

Esther van Sluijs ◽

Rachel Phillips ◽

Tishya Venkatraman ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Cohort Study ◽

Educational Attainment ◽

Primary School ◽

Primary Schools ◽

Intervention Group ◽

Control Group ◽

Physical And Mental Health ◽

School Year

IntroductionSchool-based active mile initiatives such as The Daily Mile (TDM) are widely promoted to address shortfalls in meeting physical activity recommendations. The iMprOVE Study aims to examine the impact of TDM on children’s physical and mental health and educational attainment throughout primary school.Methods and analysisiMprOVE is a longitudinal quasi-experimental cohort study. We will send a survey to all state-funded primary schools in Greater London to identify participation in TDM. The survey responses will be used for non-random allocation to either the intervention group (Daily Mile schools) or to the control group (non-Daily Mile schools). We aim to recruit 3533 year 1 children (aged 5–6 years) from 77 primary schools and follow them up annually until the end of their primary school years. Data collection taking place at baseline (children in school year 1) and each primary school year thereafter includes device-based measures of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and questionnaires to measure mental health (Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire) and educational attainment (ratings from ‘below expected’ to ‘above expected levels’). The primary outcome is the mean change in MVPA minutes from baseline to year 6 during the school day among the intervention group compared with controls. We will use multilevel linear regression models adjusting for sociodemographic data and participation in TDM. The study is powered to detect a 10% (5.5 min) difference between the intervention and control group which would be considered clinically significant.Ethics and disseminationEthics has been approved from Imperial College Research Ethics Committee, reference 20IC6127. Key findings will be disseminated to the public through research networks, social, print and media broadcasts, community engagement opportunities and schools. We will work with policy-makers for direct application and impact of our findings.

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Greenspace and depression in Japanese Older Adults considering physical activities: JAGES study

European Journal of Public Health ◽

10.1093/eurpub/ckaa166.098 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽

Author(s):

M Nishigaki ◽

C Koga ◽

M Hanazato ◽

K Kondo

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Older Adults ◽

Large Scale ◽

Depression Scale ◽

Public Health Problem ◽

Evaluation Study ◽

Physical Activities ◽

Residential Areas ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Local Climate

Abstract Introduction Older adult's depression is a public health problem. In recent years, exposure to local greenspace is beneficial to mental health via increased physical activity in people. However, few studies approach the relationship between greenspace and depression while simultaneously considering the frequency, time, and the number of types of physical activity, and large-scale surveys targeting the older adults. Methods Cross-sectional data conducted in 2016 by the Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study was used. The analysis included older adults aged 65 and over who did not require care or assistance, and a total of 126,878 people in 881 School districts. The explanatory variable is the percentage of the greenspace of the area, and the greenspace data used is data created from satellite photographs acquired by observation satellites of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. The objective variable was depression (Geriatric Depression Scale 5 points or more). The analysis method was a multi-level logistic regression analysis. Physical activity was the number of sports-related hobbies, the frequency of participation in sports meetings, and walking time in daily life. Other factors such as personal attributes, population density of residential areas, and local climate were also considered. Results Depression in the survey was 20.4%. The abundance of greenspace was still associated with depression, considering all physical activity. The odds ratio of depression in areas with more greenspace was 0.92 (95% CI 0.87 - 0.98) compared to areas with less greenspace. Conclusions It became clear that areas with many greenspace were still associated with low depression, even considering the frequency, time and number of physical activities. It is conceivable that the healing effect of seeing greenspace, the reduction of air pollution and noise, etc. are related to the lack of depression without going through physical activity. Key messages In Japan, older adults are less depressed when there are many local greenspace. It became clear that areas with many greenspace were still associated with low depression, even considering physical activities.

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What forms of socialization lead women to stop cycling during adolescence?

International Review for the Sociology of Sport ◽

10.1177/10126902211029622 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 101269022110296

Author(s):

David Sayagh ◽

Clément Dusong

Keyword(s):

Social Psychology ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Public Space ◽

Risk Taking ◽

Public Spaces ◽

Physical Activities ◽

Ecological Health ◽

Class Environment ◽

Health Sport ◽

Shed Light

Cycling in public spaces is both a mobility and a physical activity underpinned by considerable issues, but women practice significantly less, particularly during adolescence. A few studies have sought to study this phenomenon but mainly on the basis of social psychology theories. Based on 84 semi-structured biographical interviews conducted in France, this article aims to discuss their findings using gender, mobility and socialization sociology. We first show how a ‘feminine’ socialization to risk taking, body aesthetics, sport, street and mechanics is an obstacle to cycling during adolescence, especially in the working-class environment and all the more so in spatial contexts with strong norms of male appropriation of public space. We then show how the fact of having cyclists in one's social environment and a sporting inclination plays an important role in limiting the risk of abandonment. By highlighting processes of reinforcement of gendered bodily and spatial inclinations, our results shed light on the links between the socio-construction of inequalities in accessing public space and of inequalities in accessing physical activities. Furthermore, they encourage the study of bicycle socialisation in an intersectional way and suggest the interest of studying the links between urban, ecological, health, sport and mobility socialisations.

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Residents’ Physical Activities in Home Isolation and Its Relationship with Health Values and Well-Being: A Cross-Sectional Survey during the COVID-19 Social Quarantine

Healthcare ◽

10.3390/healthcare9070795 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (7) ◽

pp. 795

Author(s):

Yifan Zuo ◽

Mu Zhang ◽

Jiayu Han ◽

Kevin W. Chen ◽

Zhanbing Ren

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Satisfaction With Life ◽

Rating Scale ◽

Positive Impact ◽

Well Being ◽

Physical Activities ◽

Mediating Effect ◽

Satisfaction With Life Scale ◽

Physical And Mental Health ◽

Health Values

The objective of the present study was to examine the associations between residents’ physical activity, health values, and well-being during isolation. On the basis of the physical activity rating scale, health values scale, subjective well-being scale, and the satisfaction with life scale, we collected 505 valid questionnaires online from 31 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions in China. A series of multiple linear regression models were established to study the relationship between variables, and the bootstrap confidence interval was selected to test the mediating effect. The results showed that during the period of isolation, physical activity directly (b = 0.463, p < 0.001) or indirectly (b = 0.358, p < 0.001) had a positive impact on residents’ well-being through the mediating effect of health values. There was a positive correlation between physical activity and health values (b = 0.710, p < 0.001), while health values had a direct positive association on well-being (b = 0.504, p < 0.001). In addition, a moderate amount of physical activity was found to be more associated with the well-being of residents during home isolation compared to small and large amounts of physical activity. This study shows the importance of residents’ physical activities in home isolation. Moderate exercise at home and regular physical activity are beneficial to our physical and mental health, especially in terms of improving overall well-being.

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