scholarly journals Cross-Sectional Study of Self-Concept and Gender in Relation to Physical Activity and Martial Arts in Spanish Adolescents during the COVID-19 Lockdown

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 210
Author(s):  
David Lindell-Postigo ◽  
Félix Zurita-Ortega ◽  
Manuel Ortiz-Franco ◽  
Gabriel González-Valero
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Martial Arts ◽  
Ad Hoc ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sociodemographic Data ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
And Gender

The COVID-19 lockdown has negatively affected individuals’ welfare. However, there has been no research published heretofore about the levels of self-concept (SC) in adolescents, nor how having practised martial arts (MA) or any physical activity (PA) before the lockdown may have influenced the SC in that time. Hence, this study aimed to analyze some demographic, physical, and psychosocial parameters in Spanish adolescents throughout the COVID-19 quarantine through a cross-sectional investigation, establishing correlations among these factors. Methods: The present study had a descriptive, comparative, and cross-sectional design. The sample comprised of 54 (39.7%) male and 82 (60.3%) female Spanish adolescents aged 12–18 (M = 14.49; SD = 1.80). An ad-hoc questionnaire collected sociodemographic data; the self-concept Form 5 (AF5) questionnaire obtained data on SC dimensions. Results: There were some differences among the SC dimensions, with family and academic dimensions having higher values than the physical and emotional ones. Females’ academic SC was higher than that of males (p = 0.019). The practice of PA before the lockdown was positively associated with physical (p < 0.001) and social (p = 0.012) SC, yet there was no significant association between the previous practice of MA and SC (p > 0.050). Conclusions: the findings suggest that the COVID-19 lockdown negatively affected Spanish adolescents by decreasing their total SC and some dimensions of it, although PA may buffer psychological harmfulness in adolescents.

scholarly journals Influence of parental perception of school safety and gender on children’s physical activity in Mexico: A cross sectional study

2016 ◽  
Vol 58 (2) ◽  
pp. 7-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy Hutchens ◽  
Erica G Soltero ◽  
Simón Barquera ◽  
Lucie Lévesque ◽  
Edtna Jauregui ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
School Safety ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Parental Perception ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Children’S Physical Activity

scholarly journals Relación entre los estilos de vida y autoconcepto en jóvenes universitarios (Relationship between lifestyles and self-concept in young university students)

Retos ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 291-298
Author(s):  
Ángela María Urrea Cuéllar ◽  
Jaime Arenas ◽  
Jonathan Hernández Calle
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Psychology Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Beliefs And Practices ◽  
The Relationship

  Objetivo: relacionar las creencias y las prácticas de los estilos de vida con el autoconcepto en los estudiantes de Psicología de la Institución Universitaria de Envigado (Colombia). Material y métodos: estudio de corte transversal, con una muestra aleatoria de 165 estudiantes, los instrumentos usados fueron el AF-5 Cuestionario de Autoconcepto que describe cinco dimensiones: académico/laboral, emocional, familiar, físico y social, y el Cuestionario de Prácticas y Creencias sobre Estilos de Vida, que mide seis dimensiones: condición, actividad física y deporte, recreación y manejo del tiempo libre, Autocuidado y cuidado médico, hábitos alimenticios, consumo de alcohol, tabaco y otras drogas y sueño. Resultados: Los resultados evidencian que la relación entre las prácticas (r = -.115), las creencias (r = .026) de los estilos de vida y el autoconcepto no fue significativa (p > .05), mientras que la relación entre las prácticas y las creencias fue positiva y significativa (r = .697; p < .001). Conclusión: Se requiere continuar estudiando la relación entre los estilos de vida y el autoconcepto puesto que la evidencia existente de su relación no es concluyente y como resultó, en el presente trabajo, es contradictoria. Abstract. Objective: To relate the beliefs and practices about Lifestyles with self-concept in Psychology students at the Envigado University Institution (Colombia). Material and methods: Cross-sectional study, with a random sample of 165 students, the instruments used were the AF5 self-concept questionnaire which described five dimensions: academic / work, emotional, family, physical and social, and the Practices and Beliefs about Lifestyles Questionnaire which measures six dimensions: condition, physical activity and sport, recreation and management of free time, self-care and medical care, eating habits, consumption of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs and sleep. Results: The results show that the relationship between practice (r = -.115), belief (r = .026) of lifestyles and self-concept was not significant (p> .05), while the relationship between practices and beliefs was positive and significant (r = .697; p <.001). Conclusion: It is required to continue studying the relationship between lifestyles and self-concept since the existing evidence of their relationship is not conclusive, and as it turned out, in the present work, as contradictory.

Associations between asthma,overweight and physical activity in adults: a cross sectional study

2019 ◽  
pp. 891-895
Author(s):  
Amro Alzahrani ◽  
Suzan Alainain ◽  
Ahmed Ojaem ◽  
Abdullah Almarzoqi ◽  
Mona Khbrani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

CONCENTRATION OF THE SERUM TGF-BETA1 IN HEALTHY ADULT PEOPLE

2014 ◽  
pp. 90-93
Author(s):  
Van Tuan Nguyen ◽  
Tam Vo ◽  
Bui Bao Hoang
Keyword(s):  
Transforming Growth Factor ◽  
Healthy Adult ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Elevated Serum ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Healthy People ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Transforming Growth Factor Beta1 ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
And Gender

Elevated serum Transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-beta1) levels have been linked to tissue fibrosis including chronic kidney disease. Objectives: (1) Investigate serum TGF-beta1 levels in healthy adult people and (2) Examined the relation between serum TGF-beta1 level and gender, age, body mass index (BMI). Method: A cross-sectional study. TGF-beta1 were quantified by ELISA. Results: Levels of serum TGF-beta1 in healthy people were 13,45 ± 7,17 ng/mL mL (0,59 - 33,10 ng/mL). There are no difference of serum TGF-beta1 levels between men and women, between the age groups (<40 years, 40 to < 60 years and ≥ 60 years), between BMI groups < 23 and BMI group ≥ 23. Key words: TGF-beta1, healthy people

scholarly journals Does COVID-19 change dietary habits and lifestyle behaviours in Kuwait: a community-based cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wafaa Husain ◽  
Fatemah Ashkanani
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviours ◽  
Late Night ◽  
Main Meal

Abstract Background The coronavirus pandemic has transformed and continues to transform and affect the daily lives of communities worldwide, particularly due to the lockdown restrictions. Therefore, this study was designed to understand the changes in dietary and lifestyle behaviours that are major determinants of health during the COVID-19 outbreak. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted through an online questionnaire using a convenience sample of 415 adults living in Kuwait (age range 18–73 years). Results The rate of skipping breakfast remained consistent, with a slight increase during the pandemic. Lunch remained the main reported meal before and during COVID-19. Compared to before COVID-19, people were much more likely have a late-night snack or meal during COVID-19 (OR = 3.57 (95% CI 1.79–7.26), p < 0.001). Moreover, there was a drastic decrease in the frequency of fast-food consumption during COVID-19, up to 82% reported not consuming fast food (p < 0.001). There was a significant increase in the percentage of participants who had their main meal freshly made (OR = 59.18 (95% CI 6.55–1400.76), p = 0.001). Regarding food group patterns, no significant differences were found before and during the pandemic in terms of the weekly frequency of consumption, except in the case of fish and seafood. There were no remarkable changes in beverage consumption habits among participants before and during the pandemic, except for Americano coffee and fresh juice. Furthermore, there was a great reduction in physical activity and an increase in the amount of screen time and sedentary behaviours. A notable increase was detected in day-time sleep and a decrease in night-time sleep among participants. Conclusion In general, this study indicates some changes in daily life, including changes in some eating practices, physical activity and sleeping habits during the pandemic. It is important that the government considers the need for nutrition education programmes and campaigns, particularly during this critical period of the pandemic in Kuwait.

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.

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