scholarly journals Positive Association of Physical Activity with Both Objective and Perceived Measures of the Neighborhood Environment among Older Adults: The Aichi Workers’ Cohort Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (21) ◽  
pp. 7971
Author(s):  
Yuanying Li ◽  
Hiroshi Yatsuya ◽  
Tomoya Hanibuchi ◽  
Atsuhiko Ota ◽  
Hisao Naito ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Neighborhood Environment ◽  
Green Spaces ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Objective Measures ◽  
Japanese Adults ◽  
Japanese Residents

We examined the association between objective and perceived neighborhood characteristics and self-reported leisure-time physical activity (PA) in older Japanese residents living in areas ranging from metropolitan to rural in 2016. Objective measures used were walkability and the numbers of parks/green spaces and sports facilities within 500 or 1000 m of subjects’ homes, calculated using geographic information systems. Subjective measures were the subjects’ perceptions of their neighborhoods, assessed using a structured questionnaire. All variables were divided into three groups, and the lowest tertile was used as the reference. We assessed the location and frequency of strolling or brisk walking, moderate-intensity PA, and vigorous-intensity PA (sports) using a self-reported questionnaire and defined as performing a certain type of PA 3–4 times/week as a habit. Living in a neighborhood in the highest tertile for walkability and number of parks/green spaces as well as perception of having good access to recreational facilities, observing others exercising and the presence of walkable sidewalks was associated with walking and sports habits (multivariable odds ratios (ORs): 1.33–2.46, all p < 0.05). Interestingly, objective measures of PA-friendly environmental features were inversely associated with moderate-intensity PA habits, potentially because moderate-intensity PA consisted predominantly of gardening. In conclusion, living in an environment supportive of PA, whether objectively or subjectively measured, is related to leisure-time PA habits among older Japanese adults.

Intensity-Specific Leisure-Time Physical Activity and The Built Environment Among Brazilian Adults: A Best-Fit Model

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 307-318 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deborah Salvo ◽  
Rodrigo S. Reis ◽  
Adriano A.F. Hino ◽  
Pedro C. Hallal ◽  
Michael Pratt
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Neighborhood Environment ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Environmental Features ◽  
Vigorous Intensity ◽  
Best Fit

Background:There is little understanding about which sets of environmental features could simultaneously predict intensity-specific leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) among Brazilians. The objectives were to identify the environmental correlates for intensity-specific LTPA, and to build the best-fit linear models to predict intensity-specific LTPA among adults of Curitiba, Brazil.Methods:Cross sectional study in Curitiba, Brazil (2009, n = 1461). The International Physical Activity Questionnaire and Abbreviated Neighborhood Environment Assessment Scale were used. Ninety-two perceived environment variables were categorized in 10 domains. LTPA was classified as walking for leisure (LWLK), moderate-intensity leisure-time PA (MLPA), vigorous-intensity leisure-time PA (VLPA), and moderate-to-vigorous intensity leisure-time PA (MVLPA). Best fitting linear predictive models were built.Results:Forty environmental variables were correlated to at least 1 LTPA outcome. The variability explained by the 4 best-fit models ranged from 17% (MLPA) to 46% (MVLPA). All models contained recreation areas and aesthetics variables; none included residential density predictors. At least 1 neighborhood satisfaction variable was present in each of the intensity-specific models, but not for overall MVLPA.Conclusions:This study demonstrates the simultaneous effect of sets of perceived environmental features on intensity-specific LTPA among Brazilian adults. The differences found compared with high-income countries suggest caution in generalizing results across settings.

scholarly journals Association between leisure-time physical activity and the risk of chronic diseases

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Dedele ◽  
A Miskinyte
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
High Intensity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
World Health ◽  
Health Study ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background According to the World Health Organization, non-communicable diseases or chronic diseases, account for 71 percent of all deaths globally, affecting individuals of all age groups and countries. Epidemiological studies have shown an association between a lack of physical activity (PA) and the risk of raised blood pressure, increased body mass index and obesity that can lead to chronic diseases. Methods The aim of the study was to assess the relationship between leisure-time PA and the risk of chronic diseases among adult population. We conducted a cross-sectional study of 470 men and 641 women who participated in “The Impact of Sustainable Mobility, Physical Activity and Environmental Factors on Urban Population Health Study (ISMA)” in Lithuania. Leisure-time PA was self-reported and divided into three levels: low, moderate and high. Logistic regression was used to estimate adjusted odds ratios (ORs) of chronic diseases according to leisure-time PA. Results More than half (55%) of the study population engaged in a moderate intensity PA and 12% of participants engaged in a high intensity leisure-time PA. Men 1.6 times more often than women reported engaging in a high intensity PA in leisure time (p = 0.004). Adults who engaged in low intensity leisure-time PA had almost 3 times (OR = 2.91; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.62-5.24) higher risk of chronic diseases, whereas those adults who reported moderate intensity leisure-time PA had an OR of 1.63 (95% CI 0.92-2.87) compared to individuals who engaged in a high-level PA. Conclusions Our findings suggest that high levels of leisure-time PA could reduce the risk of chronic diseases and this effect was significantly stronger in men. Key messages Global decline in PA is related to inaction during leisure time and sedentary behaviour at work and at home that has a major health impact worldwide. High levels of leisure-time PA are important factor for chronic disease prevention.

Are Canadians meeting the guidelines for moderate and vigorous leisure-time physical activity?

2009 ◽  
Vol 34 (4) ◽  
pp. 707-715 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shirley N. Bryan ◽  
Peter T. Katzmarzyk
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Surveys ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Lower Income ◽  
Younger Adults ◽  
Vigorous Intensity ◽  
Using Data

The purpose of this study was to determine the proportion of Canadian adults (aged 18–55 years) who met the guidelines for moderate and vigorous physical activity set out in Canada’s Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living. Leisure-time physical activity energy expenditure from moderate- and vigorous-intensity activities was calculated using data from the National Population Health Surveys (1994–1998) and the Canadian Community Health Surveys (2001–2007). The prevalence was estimated for no leisure-time physical activity, meeting only the moderate guideline, meeting both the moderate and vigorous guidelines, and meeting the guidelines through a combination of moderate and vigorous activities. Logistic regression was used to determine the odds of meeting the guidelines by various demographic characteristics. The prevalence of no activity did not change appreciably over time, ranging from 6.5% to 10%, depending on the survey year. Reporting of no activity was more prevalent among older adults, those in lower income groups, and those with a body mass index (BMI) ≥30 kg·m–2. Overall, 65% of adults met the guidelines for physical activity in 2007, which has increased from 54% in 1994–1995. Men, younger adults, those with a higher income, and those with a lower BMI more often met the guidelines. Among all subgroups, meeting the guidelines was most often accomplished through participation in moderate-intensity activities. These findings should be considered when designing and implementing public health interventions that promote participation in daily physical activity.

Leisure-Time Physical Activity: Association With Activity Levels in Other Domains

2010 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 460-464 ◽  
Author(s):  
Airton J. Rombaldi ◽  
Ana M.B. Menezes ◽  
Mario Renato Azevedo ◽  
Pedro C. Hallal
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Moderate Intensity Physical Activity ◽  
Intensity Physical Activity

Objectives:To explore whether participation in leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) is associated with participation in occupational, housework, and transport-related physical activity.Methods:Population-based cross-sectional study covering a multistage sample of 972 subjects age 20 to 69 years. Physical activity was measured using the long version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. A LTPA score was calculated as follows: min/wk of walking + min/wk of moderate-intensity physical activity + (min/wk of vigorous-intensity physical activity × 2). Similar scores were generated for each domain. For categorical analyses, the scores were divided into 3 categories: 0 min/wk, 10−149 min/wk, and ≥150 min/wk.Results:The proportion of subjects practicing less than 150 min/wk of physical activity in each domain was: leisure-time (69.8%), occupational (58.3%), housework (35.0%), transportation (51.9%). Subjects with a transport-related physical activity score equal to or above 150 min/wk were 40% less likely to be sedentary in leisure-time in comparison with those who did not practice transport-related physical activity. Housework and occupational physical activity were not related to participation in LTPA.Conclusions:Future physical activity campaigns should focus on other domains instead of LTPA alone, particularly supporting transport-related physical activity as a strategy of health promotion.

Neighborhood Environment, Access to Places for Activity, and Leisure-Time Physical Activity in a Diverse North Carolina Population

2003 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara L. Huston ◽  
Kelly R. Evenson ◽  
Philip Bors ◽  
Ziya Gizlice
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
North Carolina ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Heavy Traffic ◽  
Leisure Activity ◽  
Neighborhood Environment ◽  
Neighborhood Characteristics ◽  
Cross Sectional

Purpose. To examine associations between perceived neighborhood characteristics, access to places for activity, and leisure-time physical activity. Design. Cross-sectional telephone survey. Setting. Cabarrus, Henderson, Pitt, Robeson, Surry, and Wake counties in North Carolina. Subjects. Population-based sample of 1796 adults at least 18 years of age residing in the six counties. Measures. The 133-item questionnaire assessed self-reported leisure-time physical activity and perceptions of neighborhood characteristics (sidewalks, trails, heavy traffic, streetlights, unattended dogs, and safety from crime) and general access to places for physical activity. Results. Trails, streetlights, and access to places were positively associated with engaging in any leisure activity: unadjusted odds ratio (OR) (95% confidence interval [CI]); 1.62 (1.09–2.41), 1.57 (1.14–2.17), and 2.94 (1.91–4.52), respectively. Trails and access to places were positively associated with engaging in the recommended amount of leisure activity: 1.49 (1.00–2.22), and 2.28 (1.30–4.00), respectively). In multivariable logistic regression modeling including environmental factors and demographics, access to places was associated with any activity (2.23 [1.44–3.44]) and recommended activity (2.15 [1.23–3.77]), and trails were associated with recommended activity (1.51 [1.00–2.28]). Conclusion. Certain neighborhood characteristics, particularly trails, and access to places for physical activity may be associated with leisure activity levels. In this study, perceived neighborhood environmental factors and access to places for physical activity were strongly associated with race, education, and income.

Association of leisure time physical activity with breast cancer risk and breast cancer sub-types in Nigerian women.

2019 ◽  
Vol 37 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. e13085-e13085
Author(s):  
Galya Bigman ◽  
Sally Nneoma Adebamowo ◽  
Elima Enaji Jedy-Agba ◽  
Izuchukwu Benerdin Achusi ◽  
Clement Adebayo Adebamowo
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Luminal A ◽  
Nigerian Women ◽  
Physical Activity Recommendations ◽  
Reduced Risk ◽  
Activity Recommendations

e13085 Background: The association between physical activity and breast cancer has not been studied among Nigerian women and in particular by breast cancer sub-types. Therefore are studies aims are to examine the association between leisure time physical activity (LTPA) and breast cancer in Nigerian women and to examine the association between LTPA and estrogen receptor positive (ER+), triple negative breast cancer (TNBC+), Luminal A breast cancer in Nigerian women. Methods: We enrolled 739 newly diagnosed primary invasive breast cancer and 739 age-matched controls in Nigeria from 01/2014 to 07/2016. This analysis is restricted to the 40% of cases for whom we have complete ER, TNBC and Luminal-A data and their matched controls. We derived the average amount of time per week spent on LTPA over the past one year using a modified Nurses’ Health Study II PA questionnaire. LTPA was calculated from the total metabolic equivalent (METs) assigned for each reported physical activity hour/week (i.e. walking, cycling, and dancing). We examined LTPA by comparing participants who attained the WHO physical activity recommendations of at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or/and 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity weekly with those who did not. We used conditional logistic regression to estimate the adjusted Odds Ratio (OR) of LTPA and overall as well as subtypes of breast cancer. Results: The mean (SD) age of cases was 41.6 (9.1) and controls was 43.9 (11.8) years. Women who attained the WHO physical activity recommendations had 43% decreased risk of breast cancer (OR = 0.57 95% CI:0.42-0.77) compared with those who did not, after controlling for demographic, anthropometric and fertility related factors. LTPA was also associated with reduced risk of breast cancer subtypes by 41% for ER+, 59% for TNBC+ and 59% for Luminal A. Conclusions: Physical activity is associated with reduced risk of breast cancer overall and by subtypes in Nigerian women.

Level of moderate-intensity leisure-time physical activity and reduced mortality in middle-aged and elderly Chinese

2017 ◽  
Vol 72 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ying Liu ◽  
Wanqing Wen ◽  
Yu-Tang Gao ◽  
Hong-Lan Li ◽  
Gong Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Minimum Level ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Physical Activity Guidelines ◽  
Elderly Chinese ◽  
History Of ◽  
Current Guidelines

BackgroundFew studies have prospectively evaluated the association of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) with mortality in Asians, who are more susceptible to insulin resistance than their Caucasian counterparts.MethodsData from two large prospective cohort studies conducted in Shanghai were evaluated. After excluding participants who had a history of cancer, coronary heart disease or stroke at baseline, or who died within the first 3 years after study enrolment, 53 839 men and 66 888 women, followed for an average of 9.2 and 14.7 years, respectively, remained for the study.ResultsCompared with those who reported no exercise, a reduction in mortality with an HR of 0.86 (95% CI 0.80 to 0.93) was observed in those who regularly engage in moderate-intensity LTPA, even those who reported an LTPA level lower than the minimum amount recommended by the current physical activity guidelines (150 min or 7.5 metabolic equivalent hours per week). The association between moderate-intensity exercise and mortality followed a dose–response pattern until the amount of LTPA reached 3–5 times the recommended minimum level. A similar pattern of association was observed for cause-specific mortality due to cardiovascular disease (CVD), cancer or other causes.ConclusionRegular participation in moderate-intensity LTPA was associated with reduced mortality, particularly CVD mortality, even when the LTPA was below the minimum level recommended by current guidelines. Increasing the amount of moderate-intensity LTPA was associated with further risk reduction up to a potential threshold of 3–5 times the recommended minimum.

scholarly journals Does leisure-time physical activity attenuate or eliminate the positive association between obesity and high blood pressure?

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 959-966 ◽  
Author(s):  
André O Werneck ◽  
Adewale L Oyeyemi ◽  
Aline M Gerage ◽  
Edilson S Cyrino ◽  
Célia L Szwarcwald ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Positive Association

P0617LEISURE-TIME PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND MORTALITY IN CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE: NATIONAL HEALTH AND NUTRITION EXAMINATION SURVEY (NHANES) 1999-2012

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (Supplement_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nanhui Zhang ◽  
Ran Luo ◽  
Yichun Cheng ◽  
Dan Chang ◽  
Tingting Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Chronic Kidney Disease ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
National Health ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Optimal Dose ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Health And Nutrition ◽  
All Cause Mortality

Abstract Background and Aims For patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), evidence on the optimal dose of physical activity and possible harm with excessive exercise is limited. We aimed to analyze the dose-response association between leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) and mortality among participants with CKD and explore the optimal dose or possible harm associated with increased levels of physical activity. Method Leisure-time physical activity was self-reported. Data from 4604 adults with chronic kidney disease and without missing data for LTPA and mortality in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys 1999-2012 were analyzed in 2019. Mortality was from baseline until 31 December 2015 Results During the median follow-up of 114 months, 1449 (31%) all-cause deaths were recorded. Comparing with inactive groups, the multi-variable adjusted hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of 10-59, 60-149, 150-299, and 300-599 minutes/week of leisure-time physical activity for all-cause mortality were 0.71 (0.55-0.92), 0.78 (0.62-0.98), 0.79 (0.63-0.98), and 0.75 (0.57-0.99), respectively. The benefit appeared to reach a threshold of a 41% (HR,0.59; 95% CI, 0.41-0.84) lower risk of all-cause mortality among individuals reporting 600-1499 min/week for LTPA. And at ≥ 1500 min/week LTPA level, the HR and 95%CI were 0.66 (0.40-1.10). Conclusion LTPA was associated with reduced all-cause mortality in participants with CKD. We observed the optimal dose at the moderate-intensity LTPA level of approximately 600-1499 min/week and no longevity benefit at ≥1500 min/week.

Leisure-Time Physical Activity Does not Attenuate the Association Between Occupational Sedentary Behavior and Obesity: Results From Alberta’s Tomorrow Project

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 1589-1600 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joshua A. Nicholas ◽  
Geraldine Lo Siou ◽  
Brigid M. Lynch ◽  
Paula J. Robson ◽  
Christine M. Friedenreich ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Obesity Risk ◽  
Waist To Hip Ratio ◽  
Logistic Regressions ◽  
Vigorous Intensity

Background:Sedentary behavior has been proposed as a risk factor for obesity that is distinct from physical inactivity. This study aimed to examine the association between occupational sedentary behavior and obesity, and to determine if this association is independent of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA).Methods:Fully employed participants enrolled between 2001 and 2008 to Alberta’s Tomorrow Project, a prospective cohort study in Alberta, Canada, were studied (n = 12,409). Associations between occupational sedentary behavior and waist circumference (WC), waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), and body mass index (BMI) were examined using multiple binary and multinomial logistic regressions.Results:In men, a positive association was observed between daily occupational sedentary hours and WC, WHR, BMI, and with high risk profiles that incorporated both BMI and WC (P < .01). Controlling for vigorous-intensity LTPA in all models strengthened associations between sedentary behavior and measures of obesity. In contrast, inverse associations were observed for occupational sedentary hours and WHR for women (P < .05).Conclusions:In fully employed men, occupational sedentary behavior was positively associated with obesity risk that was not attenuated by physical activity. In women, an increase in obesity risk was not observed with sedentary behavior. Gender differences in the health effects of sedentary behavior require further study.

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