Physical activity level and its demographic and psychosocial correlates among school-going adolescents in Obollo-Afor Education Zone, south-east Nigeria: a cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olaoluwa Samson Agbaje ◽  
Prince Iheanachor Christian Umoke ◽  
Charity Chika Attama ◽  
Fabian Chibunine Ugwueze ◽  
Benedicta Ndidi Agu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Fixed Effects ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Peer Norms ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Psychosocial Correlates ◽  
Enugu State

Abstract Background: Physical inactivity (PA) is a modifiable risk factor for many chronic illnesses. Studies on physical activity in adolescent populationshave reported associations between PA and demographic and psychosocial factors. However, there is a limited evidence on PA level and associated factors among adolescents in south-east Nigeria. Thus, the study examined adolescents’ PA level and its demographic and psychosocial correlates among school-going adolescents in Obollo-Afor Education Zone, Enugu State, South-East Nigeria.Methods: A total of 365 randomly selected adolescents aged 12-19 years in Obollo-Afor, Enugu State, south-East Nigeria participated in the study. The Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A), the Physical Self-Description Questionnaire-Short Form (PSDQ-S), the Social Support and Peer Norms Scales for Physical Activity (SSPNS)were used to measure PA level, physical self-concept, social support and peer norms for PA.Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, independent samples t -test, fixed effects ANOVA, and multiple linear regression.Results: The mean age of the participants was 15.76 ± 1.78 years for boys and 15.65 ± 1.83 years for girls. One-third (33.3%) had low PA level, more than half of the participants had moderate PA level(58.1%) whilevery few (8.5%) had high PA level. School-going adolescents had high mean physical self-concept(16.6 ± 40), social support(2.48 ± 1.04) and peer norms(2.19 ± 1.049). Adolescents’ PA level was positively related to self-concept ( r = .06, p > 0.05), social support ( r = .26, p < 0.01), peer norms ( r = .27, p < 0.01). Social support (beta = .22, p < .001), peer norms received for PA (beta = .23, p < .003), and class of study (beta = -.047, p < 0.05) were significantly associated with PA level among adolescents.Conclusions: One third of school-going adolescents had low level of PA, and low proportion had high level of PA. Also, Social support, peer norms received for PA and class of study were significantly associated with PA among adolescents. Future studies are needed to design interventions that promote PA among adolescents in Nigeria.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Levels and Mood State during COVID-19 Quarantine among the Kermanshah Population: A Cross-Sectional Online Survey Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Azizi ◽  
Alireza Aghababa ◽  
Rastegar Hoseini ◽  
Hadi Rohani ◽  
Maghsoud Nabilpoor
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Mood State ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Regular Physical Activity ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

Abstract Background One of the most important consequences of COVID-19 pandemic is anxiety and stress in the general population that can be reduced by regular physical activity. The aim of this study was to estimate the physical activity levels and mood state during covid-19 quarantine among the Kermanshah population. Methods In this cross-sectional study, using the purposeful random sampling method, a total of 2471 subjects ((male (n = 1256) and female (n = 1215)) were selected. To assess the physical activity level from physical activity questionnaire short form (IPAQ-SF) and mood state was measured by the abbreviated form of the Iranian version of the standard POMS questionnaire (Bill Morgan 1979). The descriptive statistic method (mean, standard deviation, and percent), deductive (Chi- square and Spearman's correlation) were used for analyzing the data. Results The results showed that a significant difference was observed between the number of sessions (P = 0.001), intensity (P = 0.001), and duration of exercise (P = 0.001) before and during coronavirus. There are significant positive relationships between low (r = 0.93; P = 0.001) and high (r = 0.673; P = 0.034) levels of physical activity and negative mood state, and a positive relationship between moderate physical activity level (r = 0.82; P = 0.001) and positive mood state. Conclusions It could be determined that the current quarantine has negatively affected the mood state. In general, to prevent COVID-19, regular physical activity is recommended under the health and safety protocols.

Social Support for Exercise and Its Effect on Physical Activity Level among Female Teachers

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahdi Abdolkarimi ◽  
Fatemeh Ayeneh Heydari ◽  
Seyedeh Shirin Lotfi ◽  
Hadi Eslami
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Female Teachers ◽  
Recommended Level

Background: Determining the level of physical activity and factors in female teachers can be effective in planning health promotion interventions. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the level of physical activity and social factors affecting female teachers in Rafsanjan. Methods: in this descriptive study, the level of physical activity and the social factors were examined in 198 female high school teachers in Rafsanjan City in 2019. The International Short Form Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) was used to determine physical activity levels. Sallis's social support questionnaire for exercise was used to determine the level of social support. Data were analyzed using SPSS 18 and chi-square and Spearman's correlation coefficient. Results: The level of physical activity in female teachers was lower than the recommended level so that only 34.3% had the minimum physical activity at the recommended level. In terms of intensity of physical activity, most physical activities were reported as walking. The physical activity of this group was not statistically significant based on age (p = 0.09), work experience (p = 0.70), level of education (p = 0.28), and income level (p = 0.082). Also, there was a significant correlation between all types of physical activity and social support in all aspects. Conclusion: Providing social support for exercise by family and friends has been identified as an effective physical activity factor. Therefore, it seems necessary to design educational programs to improve teachers' awareness and attitude, emphasizing the creation of a supportive environment by family, friends, and even related organizations.

scholarly journals Environmental and psychosocial correlates of physical activity in Portuguese and Belgian adults

2005 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. 886-895 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ilse De Bourdeaudhuij ◽  
Pedro J Teixeira ◽  
Greet Cardon ◽  
Benedicte Deforche
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Recreational Physical Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Time Activity ◽  
Psychosocial Correlates ◽  
Validated Questionnaire

AbstractObjectivesTo investigate differences in reported physical activity levels and in perceived environmental and psychosocial correlates of activity between Portuguese and Belgian adults; and to analyse the relative contribution of environmental and psychosocial variables in explaining physical activity within different contexts in Portugal and Belgium.DesignCross-sectional study.SettingOne city in Portugal (Oeiras) and one in Belgium (Ghent).SubjectsIn total 526 participants, 247 from Portugal and 279 from Belgium, completed the long International Physical Activity Questionnaire and a validated questionnaire on environmental and psychosocial correlates.ResultsFor the sum of all activities of at least moderate intensity, a significantly higher mean level of activity was found in Belgian adults (P < 0.001). However, comparable percentages of the Belgian (38%) and Portuguese (42%) samples did not meet the recommendation of 30 min per day. The variance explained by environmental factors was lower (1% to 8%) than by psychosocial factors (maximum 42%). Regression analyses showed activity-specific relations with environmental variables which were analogous in both countries. Walking/cycling for transportation and walking for recreation were related to social support from family and/or friends and to walkability and walking facilities in the neighbourhood. Recreational physical activity was mainly determined by social support, self-efficacy, and perceived benefits and barriers.ConclusionsActivity campaigns addressing psychosocial determinants are needed to encourage leisure-time activity, while a combination of neighbourhood design changes and encouragement of social support in walking is warranted to increase walking in different contexts.

scholarly journals Physical activity levels in 10- to 11-year-olds: clustering of psychosocial correlates

2005 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. 896-903 ◽  
Author(s):  
Greet Cardon ◽  
Renaat Philippaerts ◽  
Johan Lefevre ◽  
Lynn Matton ◽  
Katrien Wijndaele ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Sedentary Behaviour ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Psychosocial Correlates ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

AbstractObjectivesTo evaluate gender differences for levels of physical activity, for sedentary behaviour and for psychosocial correlates in children, to evaluate whether psychosocial correlates cluster in meaningful ways and to examine whether physical activity and sedentary behaviour differ between children of clusters, differentiated by the level of perceived barriers and benefits, attitudes, social support and self-efficacy.DesignCross-sectional study using the Flemish Physical Activity Questionnaire.SettingQuestionnaires to be filled out by the children and one of their parents, contacted through the school system.SubjectsA sample of 1124 10- to 11-year-olds (579 boys and 545 girls).ResultsGirls were found to be less active than boys, with boys scoring better for social support, perceived benefits and self-efficacy compared with girls. The way of clustering differed between boys and girls. Boys were allocated to three clusters: one cluster with positive correlates towards physical activity, labelled ‘positives’; one with negative correlates, labelled ‘negatives’; and one characterised mainly by high perceived barriers, labelled ‘hindered’;. In both genders the highest levels of physical activity were found in the ‘positives’;, the lowest in the ‘negatives’;. In girls a fourth cluster was identified, characterised mainly by low perceived barriers and low social support. Physical activity levels in the girls of this cluster, labelled ‘indifferents’;, were the second highest.ConclusionsMore research is needed to further characterise these clusters. To prevent the physical activity decline during the transition from childhood to adulthood, novel interventions need to be explored that focus on children of the clusters with the most negative correlates.

scholarly journals Social Support for Exercise and Its Effect on Physical Activity Level among Female Teachers

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahdi Abdolkarimi ◽  
Fatemeh Ayeneh Heydari ◽  
Seyedeh Shirin Lotfi ◽  
Hadi Eslami
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Female Teachers ◽  
Recommended Level

Background: Determining the level of physical activity and factors in female teachers can be effective in planning health promotion interventions. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the level of physical activity and social factors affecting female teachers in Rafsanjan. Methods: in this descriptive study, the level of physical activity and the social factors were examined in 198 female high school teachers in Rafsanjan City in 2019. The International Short Form Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) was used to determine physical activity levels. Sallis's social support questionnaire for exercise was used to determine the level of social support. Data were analyzed using SPSS 18 and chi-square and Spearman's correlation coefficient. Results: The level of physical activity in female teachers was lower than the recommended level so that only 34.3% had the minimum physical activity at the recommended level. In terms of intensity of physical activity, most physical activities were reported as walking. The physical activity of this group was not statistically significant based on age (p = 0.09), work experience (p = 0.70), level of education (p = 0.28), and income level (p = 0.082). Also, there was a significant correlation between all types of physical activity and social support in all aspects. Conclusion: Providing social support for exercise by family and friends has been identified as an effective physical activity factor. Therefore, it seems necessary to design educational programs to improve teachers' awareness and attitude, emphasizing the creation of a supportive environment by family, friends, and even related organizations.

scholarly journals Sexual Maturation, social support and physical activity in adolescents

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 125-138
Author(s):  
Thiago Silva Piola ◽  
Eliane Bacil ◽  
Priscila Watanabe ◽  
Edina Camargo ◽  
Rogerio Fermino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Positive Reinforcement ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Social ◽  
Different Types

To analyze the moderating effect of maturation on the association between social support, received from parents and friends, on physical activity level in adolescents. Cross-sectional study conducted in 2014 with a representative sample of 855 adolescents (54% girls) enrolled in public school of São José dos Pinhais, Brazil. Adolescents reported weekly attendance who received different types of social support for physical activity, which was classified into three categories (“never," "sometimes," "always"). The social support score from each source was computed and classified in tertiles ("low", "intermediate", "high"). The moderate to vigorous leisure time physical activity was evaluated with a valid questionnaire and the score was classified as ≥300 min/wk. The maturation was self-assessed by pubic hairiness by photos and classified as "pubescent" and "post-pubescent". The associations were tested with Poisson regression in STATA 14. The fact that parents "sometimes" (PR: 2.51; 95% CI: 1.42-4.44) or "always" (PR: 4.60; 95% CI: 2.10-10.10) to attend the activities was positively associated with the physical activity of pubertal adolescents. While positive reinforcement for the activities ("always" commenting) was positively associated with the outcome in post-pubertal adolescents (PR: 2.60; 95% CI: 1.01-6.71). The fact that friends "always" watch activities (PR: 2.39; 95% CI: 1.01-5.76), the score "intermediate" (PR: 2.13; 95% CI: 1.28-3.58) and "high" (RP: 1.91; 95% CI: 1.11-3.28) were positively associated with the physical activity of pubertal adolescents. Maturation shows a moderating effect in the association between the social support and physical activity.

scholarly journals Food Insecurity and Depressive Symptoms among University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study from Iran

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beyrambibi Bayat ◽  
Azimeh Izadi ◽  
Gholamreza Askari ◽  
Fereshteh Piran ◽  
Hamid Zolfaghai
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
University Students ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Inverse Relationship ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
United States Department ◽  
Dietary Intakes ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background: Food insecurity and depression are two public health problems in the developing countries. This study aimed to determine the association of food insecurity with depression and socioeconomic status (SES) among medical university students. Methods: This study was conducted among 272 students within the age range of 18-22 years. Participants’ demographic and anthropometric information was evaluated using standard methods. The dietary intakes were collected using a 24-hour dietary recall. Physical activity level was estimated using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-short form. Food security status was evaluated by the 18-item United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) questionnaire. Depression was assessed by Beck Depression Inventory. Results: The prevalence of food insecurity and depression in participants were 44.1% and 62.5%, respectively. An inverse relationship was found between food insecurity and dietary intake of energy and macronutrients among university students (P ˂ 0.05). In addition, the results revealed an inverse relationship between food insecurity and SES status (P ˂ 0.05). In the food secure group, 19.1% of participants were depressed and in the food insecure group, 54.3% of them were depressed. A positive correlation (P < 0.05) was found between food insecurity and depression. Conclusion: The findings of this study showed a significant relationship between food insecurity and depression. However, longitudinal and interventional studies are needed to establish a causal relationship.

Association Between Physical Activity Level and Pelvic Floor Muscle Variables in Women

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (13) ◽  
pp. 995-1000 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alice Carvalhais ◽  
Thuane Da Roza ◽  
Sofia Vilela ◽  
Renato Jorge ◽  
Kari Bø
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Urinary Incontinence ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Pelvic Floor Muscle ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Inverse Association ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
International Consultation ◽  
Pfm Strength

AbstractIn order to investigate the potential impact of physical activity (PA) on pelvic floor muscle (PFM) function, a cross-sectional study was made to analyse the association between PA level and vaginal resting pressure (VRP) and PFM strength and endurance. Thirty-eight continent women and 20 women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) aged 19 to 49 years were enrolled in the study. PFM variables were assessed by manometry. The PA level was assessed through the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – Short Form. The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Urinary Incontinence – Short Form was applied to identify SUI. Pearson’s correlation coefficients were applied to estimate the association between PA and PFM variables. Incontinent women were classified as having a high PA level compared to the continent ones (65.0% vs 34.2%, respectively; p=0.030). There was a positive weak association between PA and VRP in continent (r=0.377) and an inverse association in incontinent women (r=−0.458). No associations were found between PA and PFM strength and endurance. Further studies are needed in order to identify a causal association between PA and SUI.

scholarly journals First Evidence of Cardiopulmonary Adaptation to Physical Effort in Transgender Women After Long-Term Hormone Therapy: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A790-A791
Author(s):  
Leonardo A M Alvares ◽  
Marcelo R Santos ◽  
Francis R Souza ◽  
Lívia M Santos ◽  
Berenice Bilharinho Mendonca ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Hormone Therapy ◽  
Fat Mass ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Total Testosterone ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Introduction: Cisgender men (CM) and women (CM) present different acute cardiopulmonary (CP) adaptation to effort. The smallest arteriovenous difference in oxygen (O2) and cardiac output (CO) in CW determine a lower maximum VO2 (VO2max) than CM. CP capacity adaptation to effort of TW undergoing gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) was not yet reported. Objective: To evaluate CP capacity of TW in long-term GAHT. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out with 8 TW (average age of 34.0 ±4.8 yo), 8 CM and 8 CW matched on age, body mass index and activity level. All TW were non-gonadectomized subjects and were in estrogen [transdermal estradiol (n=2), oral estradiol (n=3) and conjugated estrogen (n=3)], plus cyproterone acetate (n=8) therapy in an average time of 15.6 ±8.7 years. Body composition was assessed by InBody 720, and participants’ level of physical activity by IPAQ (International Physical Activity Questionnaire) short form. Total testosterone (ng/dL) levels of TW, CW and CM were 83,5 (12,0;637,0), 20,5 (12,0;41,0) and 480,5 (264,0;843,0), respectively. Hemoglobin levels of TW, CW and CM were 14,2 (13,5;14,9), 14,35 (12,8;14,7) and 15,35 (14,0;18,2), respectively. Everyone performed a CP exercise testing on a treadmill with an incremental effort. Results: Mean VO2max (L/min) in the group of TW was 2648±575.5, of CW 2128±394.0 and of CM 3235±554.0 (TWvsCW p=0.1311; TWvsCM p=0.0806; CWvsCM p=0.009). Free fat mass (FFM) of TW was 55.56±6.88 kg, CW 38.98±4,09 kg, and CM 64,98±6,29 kg (TWvsCW p&lt;0,0001; TWvsCM p=0,024; CWvsCM p&lt;0,0001). Analysis of VO2max/FFM (L/min/kg), TW′s rate was 46.6±6.2, CW′s was 54.6±8.4 and CM′s was 49.4±6.1 (TWvsCW p=0.0770;TWvsCM p=0.6942; CWvsCM p=0.3185). O2 pulse, VE/VO2 (ventilatory equivalents for O2) and VE/VCO2 (ventilatory equivalents for carbon dioxide) were similar in all groups. There was high correlation of O2pulse and free fat mass/height2 (FFM/Hgt2) of TW (r 0,925;p 0,008), not observed in CW (r 0.614;p0.105) or CM (r 0.737; p 0.037).% predicted Heart Rate (%HR) at effort was higher in TW (104) than in CW (95.8)(p=0.0221) and CM (100.3)(p=0.3334). Discussion: Aerobic capacity of TW was intermediate between CM and CW. Regards VO2 / FFM ratio, TW had a lower index than other groups. Since changes in pulmonary O2 diffusion, CO and blood circulation were ruled out as causing such data, it could be related to O2 uptake drops by the muscle. Increased sympathetic activity and %HR in TW and high correlation of O2pulse and FFM/Hgt2 make up compatible framework with exacerbation of ergoreflex. Conclusion: Our results support the finding of a VO2max similar between TW undergoing long-term GAHT and CW groups, despite the previous expose of TWs to testosterone during puberty. We hypothesized the presence of an increased ergoreflex sensitivity in TW individuals. These preliminary results should be confirmed by increasing the number of individuals studied.

scholarly journals Physical activity and sexual function in middle-aged women

2014 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-52 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patrícia Uchôa Leitão Cabral ◽  
Ana Carla Gomes MD Canário ◽  
Maria Helena Constantino Spyrides ◽  
Severina Alice da Costa Uchôa ◽  
José Júnior Eleutério ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Care Facilities ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Public Health Care ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional

Objective To investigate the relationship between physical activity level and sexual function in middle-aged women. Methods A cross-sectional study with a sample of 370 middle-aged women (40-65 years old), treated at public health care facilities in a Brazilian city. A questionnaire was used containing enquiries on sociodemographic, clinical and behavioral characteristics: the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), short form, and the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Results The average age of the women studied was 49.8 years (± 8.1), 67% of whom exhibited sexual dysfunction (FSFI ≤ 26.55). Sedentary women had a higher prevalence (78.9%) of sexual dysfunction when compared to active (57.6%) and moderately active (66.7%) females (p = 0.002). Physically active women obtained higher score in all FSFI domains (desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction and pain) and total FSFI score (20.9), indicating better sexual function than their moderately active (18.8) and sedentary (15.6) counterparts (p <0.05). Conclusion Physical activity appears to influence sexual function positively in middle-aged women.

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