scholarly journals Reliability of the digital and printed format of a modified version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire in college students

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 97
Author(s):  
Isabel Cristina Nuñez ◽  
Leonardo Perilla ◽  
Diana Mercedes Villarreal ◽  
Gustavo Andrés Gómez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
College Students ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Kappa Index ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Print Format

Background: Programs that promote regular physical activity (PA) require reliable PA measurements methods to establish their effectiveness. Objective: To determine the test-retest reliability of digital and print format of International Physical Activity Questionnaire and to establish the reliability between both presentation formats. Methods: The digital and print format questionnaires were self-administered twice to a sample of 76 college students (20.6 ± 2.8 years), 4-7 days later they completed the formats again. Test-retest and between formats reliability was analyzed by the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and weighted Kappa index (wK). Agreement between measurements was established by Bland-Altman method (B&A). Results: Test-retest reliability with ICC was excellent for both formats (digital: 0.77, print: 0.82) and acceptable by wK (digital: 0.61, print: 0.71). Agreement between measurements for both formats was low for PA vigorous and moderate categories. Between formats, reliability was excellent for first and second measurement. Conclusions: Although ICC confirmed excellent test-retest reliability, B&A showed a low level of agreement between measurements. Between formats reliability was excellent, and both formats provide similar information.

scholarly journals Criterion validity and reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – Hungarian short form against the RM42 accelerometer

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (S1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pongrác Ács ◽  
Réka Veress ◽  
Paulo Rocha ◽  
Tamás Dóczi ◽  
Bence László Raposa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Abstract Background Physical inactivity is a global phenomenon in European welfare countries. Proper monitoring is essential to measure the physical activity level of the population. Methods In the Hungarian cohort of the European Physical Activity and Sport Monitoring System (EUPASMOS) project, our participants (N = 598) completed sociodemographic questions and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – short form (IPAQ-SF) survey. The validity and reliability of the subjective measurement tool were examined, IPAQ-SF outcomes were contrasted against triaxial RM42 accelerometer wore for 7 consecutive days. Results The IPAQ-SF showed moderate internal consistency (Cronbach Alpha = 0.647). The concurrent validity of the IPAQ-SF to triaxial accelerometer indicated a significant weak-to-moderate correlation (R = 0.111–0.338, p = 0.042; p < 0.001). The test-retest reliability showed a significant correlation between two measurements (R = 0.788–0.981, p < 0.001). Conclusion The Hungarian version of the IPAQ-SF had excellent test-retest reliability, but low-to-fair concurrent validity for moderate and vigorous physical activity, walking and sitting time, as compared to the objective criterion measure among Hungarian adults.

scholarly journals Test-Retest Reliability and Walk Score® Neighbourhood Walkability Comparison of an Online Perceived Neighbourhood-Specific Adaptation of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. 1917 ◽  
Author(s):  
Levi Frehlich ◽  
Anita Blackstaffe ◽  
Gavin R. McCormack
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Physical Activity ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Walk Score ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

There is a growing public health interest in the contributions of the built environment in enabling and supporting physical activity. However, few tools measuring neighbourhood-specific physical activity exist. This study assessed the reliability of an established physical activity tool (International Physical Activity Questionnaire: IPAQ) adapted to capture perceived neighbourhood-specific physical activity (N-IPAQ) administered via the internet and compared N-IPAQ outcomes to differences in neighbourhood Walk Score®. A sample of n = 261 adults completed an online questionnaire on two occasions at least seven days apart. Questionnaire items captured walking, cycling, moderate-intensity, and vigorous-intensity physical activity, undertaken inside the participant’s perceived neighbourhood in the past week. Intraclass correlations, Spearman’s rank correlation, and Cohen’s Kappa coefficients estimated item test-retest reliability. Regression estimated the associations between self-reported perceived neighbourhood-specific physical activity and Walk Score®. With the exception of moderate physical activity duration, participation and duration for all physical activities demonstrated moderate reliability. Transportation walking participation and duration was higher (p < 0.05) in more walkable neighbourhoods. The N-IPAQ administered online found differences in neighbourhoods that vary in their walkability. Future studies investigating built environments and self-reported physical activity may consider using the online version of the N-IPAQ.

scholarly journals Convergent Validity and Test–Retest Reliability of the Oxford Physical Activity Questionnaire for Secondary School Students

2008 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
David R. Lubans ◽  
Kathy Sylva ◽  
Zane Osborn
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Rank Order ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
School Students ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to examine the convergent validity and test–retest reliability of the Oxford Physical Activity Questionnaire (OPAQ), a self-administered questionnaire designed to assess the activity patterns of adolescents. The test–retest reliability of the OPAQ was assessed by administering the questionnaire on two occasions separated by 1 week (N = 87, mean age = 13.1 ± .9). Intraclass correlation (ICC) was used to examine the test–retest reliability of the OPAQ. The convergent validity of the OPAQ was evaluated using Caltrac accelerometers worn consecutively for 4 days (N = 51, mean age = 12.6 ± .5). Spearman's rank-order correlation was used to examine the convergent validity of the questionnaire. ICCs ranged from .76 to .91 and reliability was higher for males (r = .89) than females (r = .78). Correlations between self-reported physical activity and Caltrac accelerometer counts were related to vigorous physical activity (r = .33, p = .01) and moderate to vigorous activity (r = .32, p = .02). The OPAQ has excellent test–retest reliability and acceptable validity in comparison to other measures of youth physical activity.

scholarly journals Validation of the Chinese version of the low physical activity questionnaire (LoPAQ) with ActiGraph accelerometer in hemodialysis patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Huang Rui ◽  
Zhang Haifen ◽  
Yang Yan ◽  
Fang Nina ◽  
Liu Qian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Hemodialysis Patients ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Abstract Background Valid instruments for measuring physical activity at the low end of the physical activity range and producing quantitative results are required among dialysis patients who are extremely inactive. This study aimed to translate and adapt a Chinese version of the low physical activity questionnaire (LoPAQ) and to examine its reliability and validity among hemodialysis patients. Methods This was a cross-sectional study. The LoPAQ was translated into Chinese and culturally adapted following the standardized questionnaire adaptation process. Participants wore an ActiGraph for seven consecutive days and were asked to complete the Chinese version of the LoPAQ (C-LoPAQ) following the ActiGraph monitoring period. The criterion validity of the C-LoPAQ was examined with accelerometers using Spearman’s correlation coefficients. Bland-Altman plots were adopted to determine the absolute agreement between methods. The test-retest reliability was analyzed using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). Results Eighty-five hemodialysis patients had valid accelerometers and C-LoPAQ data. The total walking time reported on LoPAQ was correlated with step counts by ActiGraph (rho = 0.47, p < 0.01). A moderate correlation was also observed between the C-LoPAQ and the ActiGraph-measured physical activity for total calories (rho = 0.44, p < 0.01). There was a fair correlation between ActiGraph-measured sedentary time and C-LoPAQ-measured inactive time (rho = 0.22, p < 0.05). The test-retest reliability coefficients of C-LoPAQ ranged from 0.30 to 0.66. Conclusions The C-LoPAQ demonstrated moderate validity for measuring low levels of physical activity, especially walking, and total kilocalories of physical activity among hemodialysis patients in China.

scholarly journals Short Hebrew International Physical Activity Questionnaire: Reliability and Validity

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-13
Author(s):  
EYAL WEISSBLUETH
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Total Physical Activity ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background: The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) aims to measure physical activity consistency throughout the world. It has been translated into many languages and its validity has been examined worldwide. However, the IPAQ has not been translated into Hebrew and the psychometric properties of the Hebrew version have yet to be evaluated. Material/Methods: The current study assessed the test-retest reliability of the short IPAQ in Hebrew (IPAQ-S-H) and its validity among college students. Intra-class correlation coefficients were computed to assess reliability, and survey responses were compared to VO2max to determine concurrent validity. Results: The IPAQ-S-H’s test-retest reliability was primarily high, particularly for total physical activity (ICC = 0.90; 95%CI = 0.87-0.93). While agreement for the physical activity components of the survey was higher (ICCs: 0.58-0.79), agreement for sitting time was lower (ICC = 0.39; 95% =0.25-0.52). When comparing the survey scores to VO2max, total physical activity and vigorous intensity activity were significantly correlated with maximal oxygen uptake (Pearson’s r = 0.43 and 0.40, respectively), but not with other survey components. Conclusions: The IPAQ-S-H primarily exhibits moderate reliability and validity, which are comparable psychometric properties to other IPAQ validation studies. Further validation is warranted among more representative samples utilizing objective monitoring to determine criterion validity.

Test–Retest Reliability of the Twin Cities Walking Survey

2009 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 119-131 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ann Forsyth ◽  
J. Michael Oakes ◽  
Kathryn H. Schmitz
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Total Activity ◽  
Twin Cities ◽  
Kappa Statistics ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Social Features ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:The Twin Cities Walking Study measured the associations of built environment versus socioeconomic and psychosocial variables with total physical activity and walking for 716 adults.Methods:This article reports on the test–retest reliability of the survey portion of the study. To test the reliability of the study measures, 158 respondents completed measures twice within 1 to 4 weeks. Agreement between participants’ responses was measured using Pearson r and Spearman rho, and kappa statistics.Results:Demographic questions are highly reliable (R > .8). Questions about environmental and social features are typically less reliable (rho range = 0.42– 0.91). Reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (last 7 days version) was low (rho = 0.15 for total activity).Conclusions:Much of the survey has acceptable-to-good reliability. The low test–retest reliability points to potential limitations of using a single administration of the IPAQ to characterize habitual physical activity. Implications for sound inference are accordingly complicated.

Validation of an Internet-Based Long Version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire in Danish Adults Using Combined Accelerometry and Heart Rate Monitoring

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 654-664 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andreas Wolff Hansen ◽  
Inger Dahl-Petersen ◽  
Jørn Wulff Helge ◽  
Søren Brage ◽  
Morten Grønbæk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Heart Rate ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Health Examination ◽  
Heart Rate Monitoring ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) is commonly used in surveys, but reliability and validity has not been established in the Danish population.Methods:Among participants in the Danish Health Examination survey 2007–2008, 142 healthy participants (45% men) wore a unit that combined accelerometry and heart rate monitoring (Acc+HR) for 7 consecutive days and then completed the IPAQ. Background data were obtained from the survey. Physical activity energy expenditure (PAEE) and time in moderate, vigorous, and sedentary intensity levels were derived from the IPAQ and compared with estimates from Acc+HR using Spearman’s correlation coefficients and Bland-Altman plots. Repeatability of the IPAQ was also assessed.Results:PAEE from the 2 methods was significantly positively correlated (0.29 and 0.49; P = 0.02 and P < 0.001; for women and men, respectively). Men significantly overestimated PAEE by IPAQ (56.2 vs 45.3 kJ/kg/day, IPAQ: Acc+HR, P < .01), while the difference was nonsignificant for women (40.8 vs 44.4 kJ/kg/day). Bland-Altman plots showed that the IPAQ overestimated PAEE, moderate, and vigorous activity without systematic error. Reliability of the IPAQ was moderate to high for all domains and intensities (total PAEE intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.58).Conclusions:This Danish Internet-based version of the long IPAQ had modest validity and reliability when assessing PAEE at population level.

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