scholarly journals Perceived barriers to physical activity among Malaysian adults during COVID-19 pandemic- a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 702-710
Author(s):  
Lok Eng Yao ◽  
Rajkumar Krishnan Vasanthi ◽  
Reshma Praveen ◽  
Ali Md Nadzalan ◽  
Praveen Jayaprabha Surendran
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Epidemic Curve ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
Barriers To Physical Activity

INTRODUCTION: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a relatively significant impact on the world. Malaysia implemented a countrywide social isolation strategy to flatten the epidemic curve. As limits on movement and social interaction have come into force, more individuals appear less physically active. OBJECTIVE: To determine the perceived barriers to physical activity among Malaysian young adults during the Covid-19 Pandemic. METHODS AND MATERIALS: Total 217 participants included with age group from 18-40 years old voluntarily participated in this study. Participants were excluded if they were non-Malaysian and had any psychological problems and physical impairment that hindered physical activity. Barrier to Being Active quiz (BBAQ) questionnaire was circulated through various social media platforms from January 2021 to May 2021. Categorical data were presented using simple and absolute frequency on the distribution of sociodemographic profiles and BBAQ responses. Pearson Chi-square with 95% confidence level, p<0.05 was used as the significant level to analyze the association between gender and barriers. RESULTS: The barrier reported by the participants was “lack of willpower” 136 (62.7%), followed by “lack of energy” 117(53.9%), “lack of resource” 113(52.1%), “Lack of time,” 109(50.2%), “social influence” 100(46.1%), “lack of skill” 48(22.1%) and “fear of injury” 40(18.4%). There was no significant relationship between gender and Barrier to Physical Activity among Malaysian young adults. CONCLUSION: The “lack of energy,” “lack of willpower,” and “lack of resource” were the most perceived barriers to physical activity among Malaysian young adults during COVID19 lockdown and there was no significant association between physical activity barriers and the gender.

scholarly journals Predictors of perceived barriers to physical activity in the general adult population: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yaneth Herazo-Beltrán ◽  
Yisel Pinillos ◽  
José Vidarte ◽  
Estela Crissien ◽  
Damaris Suarez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
General Adult Population ◽  
Barriers To Physical Activity

Physical Activity Guidelines Compliance and Its Relationship With Preventative Health Behaviors and Risky Health Behaviors

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (10) ◽  
pp. 1003-1008
Author(s):  
Jennifer R. Pharr ◽  
Mary Angela M. Terencio ◽  
Timothy Bungum
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Behavioral Risk ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Medical Checkup ◽  
Healthy Behaviors

Background: People who are physically active enjoy a multitude of health benefits across their lifespan compared with people who are not physically active. However, little research has sought to determine whether those who meet the physical activity (PA) guidelines also engage in other healthy behaviors. The purpose of this study was to compare healthy behaviors of people who met the PA guidelines set forth by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to those who did not meet the guidelines. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System survey conducted in 2017. Descriptive statistical analyses were performed using chi-square tests. Odds and adjusted odds ratios were calculated using multiple logistic regressions. Results: Those who met the PA guidelines were more likely to get a flu shot, have a medical checkup, take human immunodeficiency virus tests, wear seatbelts, and binge drink more frequently, compared with those who did not meet the guidelines. This group is also less likely to be smokers and be overweight or obese in comparison to their inactive counterparts. Conclusion: The positive association between PA and other healthy behaviors represents synergistic health activities, with healthy behaviors supporting others.

scholarly journals Hubungan Aktivitas Fisik Harian dengan Gangguan Menstruasi pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Andalas

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Putri Anindita ◽  
Eryati Darwin ◽  
Afriwardi Afriwardi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Medical Student ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Daily Physical Activity ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Menstrual Disorder ◽  
Female Medical Student

 AbstrakGangguan menstruasi dapat menimbulkan stres dan menurunkan kualitas hidup wanita. Gambaran menstruasi seseorang dapat memperlihatkan keadaan fungsi reproduksi seseorang dan risiko mengalami berbagai penyakit. Aktivitas fisik diperkirakan sebagai salah satu cara untuk mengurangi terjadinya gangguan menstruasi tersebut. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menentukan hubungan antara aktivitas fisik harian dan gangguan menstruasi. Desain penelitian  menggunakan cross sectional study dengan jumlah subjek 90 mahasiswi Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Andalas Angkatan 2011-2013. Data didapatkan dari kuisioner yang diisi langsung oleh masing-masing responden yang kemudian dianalisis denga uji chi-square. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan gangguan menstruasi terjadi pada 73,3% mahasiswi dengan gangguan yang paling sering terjadi yaitu dysmenorrhea sebanyak 63,3%. Sebagian besar mahasiswi tersebut memiliki aktivitas fisik harian yang cukup menurut rekomendasi WHO yaitu sebanyak 60%. Berdasarkan uji chi-square, tidak ditemukan adanya hubungan antara aktivitas fisik harian dan gangguan menstruasi (p= 0,846). Kesimpulan ialah tidak terdapat hubungan yang bermakna antara aktivitas fisik harian dan gangguan menstruasi pada mahasiswi Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Andalas.Kata kunci: aktivitas fisik, gangguan menstruasi, mahasiswi FK AbstractMenstrual disorder is often cause stress and decrease the life quality of a woman. Menstrual pattern can describe the condition of reproduction function and risk of having several disease. Physical Activity is considered as one of the way to reduce menstrual disorder. The objective of this study was to determine the association between daily physical activity and menstrual disorder.This  study  used cross sectional design on 90 female medical student of Andalas University Class of 2011-2013 as the sample. The data from self reported questionnaire that was given to the students is analyzed using chi-square.The results show that menstrual disorder is occured in 73,3% of the female medical student and the most frequent disorder is dysmenorrhea 63,3%. Most of the students are physically active correspond to the recommendation of WHO about 60%. It is inferred that there is no association between daily physical activity and menstrual disorder (p= 0,846). The conclusion is daily physical activity and menstrual disorder among female medical students in Andalas University have no significant association.Keywords: physical activity, menstrual disorder, female medical student

scholarly journals Physical Activity Patterns of Women with a Twin Pregnancy—A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (15) ◽  
pp. 7724
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Kwiatkowska ◽  
Katarzyna Kosińska-Kaczyńska ◽  
Izabela Walasik ◽  
Agnieszka Osińska ◽  
Iwona Szymusik
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Twin Pregnancy ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Multiple Pregnancy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active

Background: No specific physical activity guidelines are available for women in multiple pregnancy. Aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and experience of women regarding physical activity during their latest twin pregnancy. Methods: A cross-sectional study including women after a twin delivery was conducted in Poland. A questionnaire was distributed in 2018 via web pages and Facebook groups designed for pregnant women. Results: 652 women filled out the questionnaire completely. Only 25% of women performed any physical exercises during twin gestation. The frequency of preterm delivery was similar in physically active and non-active participants. 35% of the respondents claimed to have gained information on proper activity from obstetricians during antenatal counselling while 11% claimed to be unable to identify the reliable sources of information. 7% of women admitted to feel discriminated by social opinion on exercising during a twin pregnancy. Conclusions: The population of women with a twin gestation is not sufficiently physically active and is often discouraged from performing exercises during gestation. Therefore, it is crucial to inform obstetricians to recommend active lifestyle during a twin gestation and to provide reliable information on physical activity to pregnant women. Further research on this topic is necessary in order for obstetric providers to counsel women on appropriate exercise with a twin pregnancy.

scholarly journals Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Alcohol Consumers

2021 ◽  
pp. 089011712098583
Author(s):  
Mats Hallgren ◽  
Davy Vancampfort ◽  
Thi-Thuy-Dung Nguyen ◽  
Elin Ekblom-Bak ◽  
Peter Wallin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Cardiorespiratory Fitness ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Health Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cycle Ergometer ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Alcohol Abstainers

Purpose: To describe physical activity habits, sedentary behavior, and cardiorespiratory fitness levels among alcohol abstainers, hazardous and non-hazardous drinkers. Design: Cross-sectional study with data collected between 2017-19. Setting: Sweden. Subjects: Adults aged 18-65 years (n = 47,559; 59.4% male). Measures: During a routine health assessment, participants answered validated single-item questions regarding: habitual physical activity, structured exercise, and the percentage of time spent sedentary during leisure-time (past 30 days), and completed a 6-minute cycle ergometer test (V02max) to determine cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF). Participants were categorized as alcohol abstainers, non-hazardous drinkers or hazardous drinkers (low/high) based on the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT-C) cut-points for men and women. Analysis: Logistic regression models stratified by sex and age. Results: Compared to non-hazardous drinkers, the heaviest drinkers were less physically active (males: OR = 1.38, CI = 1.13-1.67, p = .001; females: OR = 1.41, CI = 1.01-1.97, p = .040) and more sedentary during leisure time (males: OR = 1.94, CI = 1.62-2.32, p = .000; females: OR = 1.62, CI = 1.21-2.16, p = .001). Apart from young females, the heaviest drinkers also did less structured exercise than non-hazardous drinkers (males: OR = 1.22, CI = 1.15-1.51, p = .000; females: OR = 1.43, CI = 1.15-1.78, p = .001). The strongest associations were seen among adults aged 40-65 years (shown here). High-hazardous drinking was associated with low CRF among older males only (OR = 1.19, CI = 1.00-1.41). Conclusion: Middle-aged adults with AUDIT-C scores of ≥6 (women) and ≥7 (men) were less physically active and more sedentary during leisure time and may be appropriate targets for physical activity interventions.

Health and nutrition literacy in adults: Links with lifestyle factors and obesity

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 361-370
Author(s):  
Maria Michou ◽  
Demosthenes B. Panagiotakos ◽  
Christos Lionis ◽  
Vassiliki Costarelli
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Smoking Status ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Lifestyle Factors ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional

BACKGROUND: Low Health Literacy (HL) and Nutrition Literacy (NL) are associated with serious negative health outcomes. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to investigate certain lifestyle factors and obesity, in relation to HL and NL. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted in the urban area of the Attica region, in Greece. The sample consisted of 1281 individuals, aged ≥18 years. HL, NL sociodemographic characteristics and lifestyle factors (physical activity, smoking status, alcohol consumption,) were assessed. Mann-Whitney U, the Kruskall Wallis, Pearson chi-square tests and multiple linear regression models were used. RESULTS: Linear regression analysis has shown that smoking, alcohol consumption and physical activity, were associated with HL levels (–1.573 points for ex-smokers in comparison to smokers, p = 0.035, –1.349 points for alcohol consumers in comparison to non-consumers, p = 0.006 and 1.544 points for physically active individuals to non-active, p = 0.001). With respect to NL levels, it was also not associated with any of these factors. Obesity was not associated with HL and NL levels. CONCLUSIONS: Certain lifestyle factors, including physical activity, are predicting factors of HL levels, in Greek adults. The results contribute to the understanding of the relationship between lifestyle factors and HL and should be taken into account when HL policies are designed.

Prevalence of Internet Addiction and Its Relationship With Combinations of Physical Activity and Screen-Based Sedentary Behavior Among Adolescents in China

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Gengyu Han ◽  
Jingshu Zhang ◽  
Shang Ma ◽  
Ruoran Lu ◽  
Jiali Duan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Internet Addiction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mixed Effects ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Other Information ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Given the widespread prevalence and serious nature of Internet addiction (IA), this study aimed to estimate the prevalence of IA and assess the relationships between IA and combinations of physical activity (PA) and screen-based sedentary behavior (SB) among adolescents in China. Methods: This cross-sectional study surveyed 31,954 adolescents in grades 7 to 12 in Beijing. IA, PA, screen-based SB, and other information were obtained from a self-administrated questionnaire. The chi-square test and mixed-effects logistic regression model were applied to estimate the relationship between IA and combinations of PA and screen-based SB. Results: 6.2% of the surveyed adolescents reported IA and the prevalence of low PA/high screen-based SB, high PA/high screen-based SB, low PA/low screen-based SB, and high PA/low screen-based SB were 53.7%, 19.5%, 18.8%, and 8.0%, respectively. Mixed-effects logistic regression analysis showed that adolescents with low PA/high screen-based SB were 1.99 (95% confidence interval, 1.62–2.44, P < .001) times more likely to prefer IA than those with high PA/low screen-based SB. Conclusions: The prevalence of IA among Chinese adolescents is still high. Intervention programs like maintaining sufficient PA and reducing screen-based SB might contribute to reducing their IA.

scholarly journals Physical Activity and Attitudes Toward Social Media Use of Active Individuals During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia: Cross-Sectional Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mezna A. AlMarzooqi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Social Media Use ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Social Media Platforms

Background: Social media became an integral part of the lives of people because it encourages social relations and shares interests, activities, and real-life connections. As quarantine and lockdown orders are prolonged, many people, as well as those physically active individuals, typically responded to this stressful condition by using social media platforms.Objective: This study aimed to examine the level of physical activity of physically active individuals and their attitudes toward social media use during the COVID-19 pandemic.Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among physically active individuals in Saudi Arabia between June 2020 and July 2020. An online survey was employed among eligible participants who completed a self-administered questionnaire that covered reasons for physical activity and attitudes toward social media platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic.Results: Of these 323 participants, 29.1% were in the age group of 18–24 years, 66.6% were women, and 67.8% were single. The proportion of participants whose metabolic equivalent of tasks-min/week from vigorous activity &lt;1,680 was 31.9%, and all of the participants follow people or pages in social media related to sports teams and fitness models. The average number of hours spent on social media per day was 2.95 ± 0.90 h. The majority of the participants showed positive attitudes toward social media used for exercise and physical activity. Of the eight variables, age, level of physical activity, and the average of hours spent on social media emerged as significant predictors of attitudes toward the use of social media (P &lt; 0.05).Conclusions: The present survey results indicate adverse consequences of home quarantine as reflected by a small proportion of participants who had differences in levels of vigorous activities during the COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia. Social media appears to be a key avenue to promote and disseminate health interventions to promote physical activity during this COVID-19 pandemic.

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