scholarly journals Long-term Effects of 4-year Longitudinal School-based Physical Activity Intervention on the Physical Fitness of Children and Youth during 7-year Follow-up Assessment

2013 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 190-195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gregor Jurak ◽  
Ashley Cooper ◽  
Bojan Leskošek ◽  
Marjeta Kovač
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
School Based

Long-term effects of group exercise intervention on maximal step-up height in middle-aged female primary care patients with obesity and other cardio-metabolic risk factors

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lillemor Amanda Nyberg ◽  
Carl Johan Sundberg ◽  
Per Wändell ◽  
Jan Kowalski ◽  
Mai-Lis Hellenius
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Metabolic Risk ◽  
Group Exercise ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Primary Care Patients

Abstract Background: Low physical performance is a predictor of morbidity and mortality. This study looks at long-term effects of an exercise intervention on maximal step-up height (MSH) in individuals with low physical function. Furthermore, we studied correlates to changes in MSH. Methods: Female patients (n=101), mean(SD) age of 52(11) years, were recruited for a 3-month group exercise intervention including 2-3 sessions/week of mixed aerobic fitness and strength training. MSH, weight, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, maximal oxygen consumption (VO₂-max), self-reported health (SF-36) and physical activity (PA) were measured at baseline (T0), after 3 months (T1) and after 14-30(mean 22) months (T2). Relationships between changes in MSH (cm) and age, baseline MSH, time to follow-up, changes in anthropometric measurements, VO₂-max, SF-36 and PA were studied with regression analyses. Results: MSH, significantly, increased from T0 to T1, 27.2(5.7) to 29.0(5.5) cm and decreased to 25.2(5.5) cm at T2. Time to follow-up (B=-0.42, p<0.001) and change in BMI (B=-0.29, p=0.012) correlated significantly to changes in MSH. Waist circumference, VO₂-max, PF and exercise/physical activity levels were significantly improved at T2, while BMI did not change. In a univariate logistic regression model, maintenance of MSH correlated to the extent of mixed training (OR 3.33, 95% CI 1.25-8.89). In a multivariate logistic regression model adjusted for important factors the correlation was not significant. However, MSH was significantly higher in individuals participating in 2-3 session per week compared to one session. Conclusions: A 3-month group exercise intervention increased MSH, improved fitness, decreased risk in female patients with elevated cardio-metabolic risk. After an average of 22 months MSH was reduced while positive effects remained for waist circumference, VO₂-max, physical function and physical activity. However, regular group exercise 2-3 times per week with mixed aerobic fitness and strength training was associated with maintenance of MSH in a subgroup of patients. We suggest that such an intervention including regular support from healthcare professionals is a successful approach for maintaining improved leg-muscle strength among primary care patients.

scholarly journals LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF LIFESTYLE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY INTERVENTION AND STRUCTURED EXERCISE INTERVENTION

2006 ◽  
Vol 55 (2) ◽  
pp. 229-236 ◽  
Author(s):  
HISAO SUZUKI ◽  
HIDETAKA NISHIKAWA ◽  
NOBUYUKI MIYATAKE ◽  
YUKO NISHIDA ◽  
DA-HONG WANG ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Lifestyle Physical Activity

scholarly journals Long-term effects of group exercise intervention on maximal step-up height in middle-aged female primary care patients with obesity and other cardio-metabolic risk factors

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lillemor A. Nyberg ◽  
Carl Johan Sundberg ◽  
Per Wändell ◽  
Jan Kowalski ◽  
Mai-Lis Hellénius
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Metabolic Risk ◽  
Group Exercise ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Primary Care Patients

Abstract Background Low physical performance is a predictor of morbidity and mortality. This study looks at long-term effects of an exercise intervention on maximal step-up height (MSH) in individuals with low physical function. Factors associated with changes in MSH was studied. Methods Female patients (n = 101), mean (SD) age of 52 (11) years, were recruited for a 3-month group exercise intervention including 2–3 sessions/week of mixed aerobic fitness and strength training. MSH, weight, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, maximal oxygen consumption (VO2-max), self-reported health (SF-36) and physical activity (PA) were measured at baseline (T0), after 3 months (T1) and after 14–30 (mean 22) months (T2). Relationships between changes in MSH (cm) and age, baseline MSH, time to follow-up, changes in anthropometric measurements, VO2-max, SF-36 and PA were studied with regression analyses. Results MSH, significantly, increased from T0 to T1, 27.2 (5.7) to 29.0 (5.5) cm and decreased to 25.2 (5.5) cm at T2. Time to follow-up (B = − 0.42, p < 0.001) and change in BMI (B = − 0.29, p = 0.012) correlated significantly to changes in MSH. Waist circumference, VO2-max, PF and exercise/physical activity levels were significantly improved at T2, while BMI did not change. In a univariate logistic regression model, maintenance of MSH correlated to the extent of mixed training (OR 3.33, 95% CI 1.25–8.89). In a multivariate logistic regression model adjusted for important factors the correlation was not significant. However, MSH was significantly higher in individuals participating in 2–3 session per week compared to one session. Conclusions A 3-month group exercise intervention increased MSH, improved fitness, decreased risk in female patients with elevated cardio-metabolic risk. After an average of 22 months MSH was reduced while positive effects remained for waist circumference, VO2-max, physical function and physical activity. However, regular group exercise 2–3 times per week with mixed aerobic fitness and strength training was associated with maintenance of MSH in a subgroup of patients. We suggest that such an intervention including regular support from healthcare professionals is a successful approach for maintaining improved leg-muscle strength among primary care patients. Trial registration ISRCTN21220201 September 18, 2019, retrospectively registered.

Active Participation of Care Partners in a Physical Activity Intervention alongside People with Stroke: A Feasibility Study

2021 ◽  
pp. e20200035
Author(s):  
Reed Handlery ◽  
Elizabeth Regan ◽  
Allison Foster Lewis ◽  
Chelsea Larsen ◽  
Kaci Handlery ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Care Partners ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Physical Activity Adherence ◽  
Ongoing Support ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose: This study investigated the feasibility of a physical activity intervention for people with stroke and their care partners and the role social support plays in physical activity adherence. Method: The study used a single-group, pretest–posttest design with follow-up. Participants were adults with chronic stroke and their care partners. The intervention consisted of 8 weeks of structured, group-based physical activity classes, followed by 19 weeks of self-directed physical activity. Recruitment, adherence, safety, and retention were assessed. Familial social support was assessed before and after the 8-week structured portion and again 19 weeks later. Results: A total of 21 participants (15 people with stroke, 6 care partners), mean (SD) age 67.6 (11.6) years, were recruited; 19 (90.5%) completed the 19-week assessment. No adverse events were experienced during the programme. Attendance during the 8-week portion was better than during the 19-week portion (mean difference 0.95; p < 0.001; 95% CI: 0.71, 1.19 visits/wk). No relationship was found between social support and physical activity adherence ( p > 0.05). Conclusions: Involvement of care partners in a physical activity intervention is feasible and safe. Both people with stroke and their care partners may require ongoing support to participate in long-term physical activity. The relationship between social support and physical activity adherence requires further study.

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