• In recent times, the dangers of high levels of sedentary behaviour to overall health have also been recognised in relation to chronic disease and obesity. (abs.gov.au)
  • The study, "Sedentary behaviour and obesity," is based on data released today from the 2007 Canadian Community Health Survey. (gc.ca)
  • The article, "Sedentary behaviour and obesity," which is part of today's Health Reports online release, is now available ( 82-003-XWE ) from the Publications module of our website. (gc.ca)
  • Sedentary behaviour (sitting) is a prevalent feature of everyday living and is now increasingly being considered as a clinical and public health concern in addition to too little exercise [ 1 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Information on leisure time physical activity and sedentary behaviour (sitting during television/movies and total sitting) was collected via questionnaire. (lifesciencereview.com)
  • The results showed that compared with sedentary behaviour, low leisure-time physical activity was associated with a 10 per cent lower risk of any suspected bacterial infection, said Kathrine Pape Madsen from the Aalborg University, in Denmark. (healthtopical.com)
  • The objective is to examine associations of leisure-time Internet and computer use with overweight and obesity, leisure-time physical activity, and other sedentary behaviors. (jmir.org)
  • These findings suggest that, apart from nutritional and physical activity interventions, it may also be necessary to decrease time spent in sedentary behaviors, such as leisure-time Internet and computer use, in order to reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity. (jmir.org)
  • Low levels of activity are identified as a risk factor for a range of health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes and osteoporosis, as well as being a strong contributor to levels of obesity. (abs.gov.au)
  • It is one of the first studies based on a nationally representative data set to examine associations between sedentary behaviours and obesity among Canadian adults. (gc.ca)
  • But a third sedentary activity, reading, was not associated with obesity for either sex. (gc.ca)
  • This reinforces findings of other studies that found television viewing to be related to obesity, independent of physical activity and dietary intake. (gc.ca)
  • As well, leisure-time computer use was significantly associated with obesity among men and women. (gc.ca)
  • Prolonged sedentary lifestyles can lead to physical and mental ailments, such as obesity, heart disease, depression, and anxiety. (dmoose.com)
  • Symptoms of a sedentary lifestyle may include an increased risk of poorer health, obesity, circulatory problems, joint issues, and mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. (dmoose.com)
  • Since sedentary behaviors have been implicated in the rise of obesity in the U.S., further research should be conducted to substantiate the finding that vitamin C supplementation increases physical activity. (asu.edu)
  • Aim: To examine associations between occupational and leisure-time sitting, physical activity and obesity in working adults. (amsterdamumc.org)
  • Adjusted Cox proportional hazard regression models examined associations between occupational activity category, leisure-time sitting, physical activity and obesity risk. (amsterdamumc.org)
  • Workers with mostly sitting jobs had significantly higher overweight/obesity risk than workers with mostly standing jobs (RR = 0.88, 95% CI: 0.82-0.95) independent of physical activity and leisure-time sitting. (amsterdamumc.org)
  • Workers with leisure-time sitting of less than four hours per day had significantly lower obesity risk than workers with four or more hours per day of leisure-time sitting (RR = 0.77, 95%CI: 0.69-0.87) independent of physical activity and occupational activity. (amsterdamumc.org)
  • Conclusions: Sitting time and physical activity are independently associated with obesity. (amsterdamumc.org)
  • Leisure-time sitting may have a stronger association with obesity risk than occupational sitting. (amsterdamumc.org)
  • Regular physical activity is known to have various health benefits including reduced risk of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, colon and breast cancer, as well as depression. (healthtopical.com)
  • Philadelphia, PA, July 7, 2014 - Sedentary lifestyle and not caloric intake may be to blame for increased obesity in the US, according to a new analysis of data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). (eurekalert.org)
  • Investigators theorized that a nationwide drop in leisure-time physical activity, especially among young women, may be responsible for the upward trend in obesity rates. (eurekalert.org)
  • While investigators did not examine what types of foods were consumed, they did observe that total daily calorie, fat, carbohydrate, and protein consumption have not changed significantly over the last 20 years, yet the obesity rate among Americans is continuing to rise. (eurekalert.org)
  • There is no easy answer in our ongoing battle against obesity, but identifying the link between the drop in physical activity and increased BMIs, as well as the groups particularly affected, can assist public health officials to develop targeted, effective interventions. (eurekalert.org)
  • These physical benefits are particularly vital for combating sedentary lifestyles prevalent in modern society and addressing issues related to childhood obesity. (sdcdpw.org)
  • Moreover, regular physical activity reduces the risk of obesity-related diseases among children while promoting cardiovascular health and bone density development. (sdcdpw.org)
  • Despite this activity play a potential y major role in physical activity for overweight or issue, some have operationalized contributing to the obesity epidemic obese adults to improve their health, the definition of weight maintenance that currently affects both developed and 200-300 minutes per week for as a change of 5 lb ( 2.3 kg) [4] and developing countries. (who.int)
  • Further, the combination of stress, fatigue, inactivity, and sleep deficiency in people who are "time-poor", may advance obesity, and this in turn may promote a sedentary life with potential for resultant depression. (biomedcentral.com)
  • He first denies that physical activity is linked to obesity and then denies that there has been a decline in physical activity in Britain since the mid-1960s. (iea.org.uk)
  • The Telegraph reports that 'Dr Malhotra said US data which tracked obesity and activity levels found little change in activity levels over two decades, while obesity levels soared. (iea.org.uk)
  • Common factors associated with obesity in owners and their dogs were age, gender and owners' attitudes to diet and physical activity. (nature.com)
  • Logistic regression analysis showed that compared with sedentary behavior, all levels of leisure-time physical activities lowered the likelihood of filling an antibiotic prescription. (lww.com)
  • Internet and computer use are increasingly common leisure-time sedentary behaviors, which have the potential to impact negatively on health outcomes. (jmir.org)
  • Participants (2650 adults living in Adelaide, Australia) completed a mail-back questionnaire including items on their height and weight, past seven day recall of leisure-time physical activity, Internet and computer use, and other leisure-time sedentary behaviors. (jmir.org)
  • Participants with low leisure-time Internet and computer use had the highest levels of educational attainment and employment, and engaged in less other sedentary behaviors when compared to participants with no or high Internet and computer use. (jmir.org)
  • Longitudinal studies are required to examine further the potential causal relationships between the development of overweight and specific sedentary behaviors such as Internet and computer use. (jmir.org)
  • From a public health perspective , urban blue (and green) spaces are important health-enabling landscapes that can mitigate urban health risks such as air and noise pollution and promote healthy behaviors, e.g., physical activity. (frontiersin.org)
  • Background: Research examining women's pregnancy physical activity (PA) behaviors with objective measures is scant. (psu.edu)
  • Examining the potential impact of the use of mobile electronic devices (e.g., cellular telephones, tablet computers) on a variety of health behaviors and outcomes such as: physical activity, planned exercise, sedentary behavior, sleep, anxiety, depression and overall quality of life. (kent.edu)
  • Cancer survivors have increased comorbidity burden, activity limitations, and varied practice of health behaviors (4,5). (cdc.gov)
  • For example, advertising that promotes unhealthy foods or sedentary lifestyles can influence behaviors and attitudes around food and physical activity. (sreditingzone.in)
  • NLTPAG focused on reducing sedentary behavior and increasing the frequency of walking for shopping and household activities to improve physical activity levels in daily life. (humankinetics.com)
  • Objective: To examine objectively determined sedentary behavior and physical activity (PA) during and outside working hours in full-time office workers.Methods: A total of 170 participants wore an ActiGraph GT1M accelerometer for 7 days. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • In February 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between sedentary behavior and physical activity on risk of atherosclerosis in a Mexican American population. (lifesciencereview.com)
  • Movement behavior and health outcomes among sedentary adults: a cross-sectional study. (cdc.gov)
  • However, little is known about the extent to which adults' Internet and computer use is associated with weight status and time spent in leisure-time physical activity. (jmir.org)
  • In 2011-12, adults spent an average of just over 30 minutes per day doing physical activity. (abs.gov.au)
  • However, against the National Physical Activity Guidelines for adults "to do at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on most days", only 43% of adults actually met the "sufficiently active" threshold. (abs.gov.au)
  • The highest levels of physical activity were among the young adults with 53% of 18-24 year olds being classed as sufficiently active. (abs.gov.au)
  • Relative socioeconomic disadvantage: Adults in the least disadvantaged quintile were 1.5 times more likely to have done sufficient physical activity compared with those in the most disadvantaged quintile. (abs.gov.au)
  • Health status: Adults who described their health as "excellent" were over twice as likely to have done sufficient physical activity compared with people with "poor" self-assessed health. (abs.gov.au)
  • Sedentary activity occupied an average 39 hours per week for adults, with close to 10 hours of this sitting at work. (abs.gov.au)
  • According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , one in every four adults in the United States and its territories is physically inactive, which means they have not engaged in activities such as running, walking for exercise, or gardening outside of work. (admissionsight.com)
  • As children and adolescents become adults and discontinue the athletic endeavors of school and college, primary prevention must include a plan for a lifetime of appropriate physical activity. (medscape.com)
  • Total daily physical activity was negatively associated with CVDs among hypertensive adults in China, and this association was U-shape. (biomedcentral.com)
  • 001). Middle-aged adults and older adults should learn about the health benefits of physical activity, socialization and sexual activity. (vu.lt)
  • These changes have occurred in the context of substantial increases in the proportion of adults reporting no leisure-time physical activity, but in the absence of any significant population-level changes in average daily caloric intake," explains lead investigator Uri Ladabaum, MD, MS, Associate Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology), Stanford University School of Medicine. (eurekalert.org)
  • When Ladabaum et al grouped respondents to the most recent NHANES survey by race/ethnicity and age, they found that more than 50% of the workforce-aged adults in eight demographic subgroups reported no leisure-time physical activity. (eurekalert.org)
  • Only 18 per cent of adults report doing any moderate or vigorous physical activity at work while 63 per cent never climb stairs at work and 40 per cent spend no time walking at work. (iea.org.uk)
  • Furthermore, a thorough understanding of what keeps people away from physical activities is essential for the identification of appropriate points of intervention to promote active lifestyles and the health benefits they offer (Davison & Lawson, 2006). (thesportjournal.org)
  • While physical activity is essential for maintaining good health, sedentary lifestyles have become increasingly common due to technological advancements and changes in work and leisure habits. (admissionsight.com)
  • To counteract the negative impact of technology on students' sedentary lifestyles, it is crucial to find a balance between digital engagement and physical activity. (admissionsight.com)
  • While technology has undoubtedly brought about many benefits, it is essential to recognize its impact on students' sedentary lifestyles and find ways to promote balance and healthier habits in the digital age. (admissionsight.com)
  • Beyond technology, various societal and environmental factors contribute to the rise of sedentary lifestyles among students. (admissionsight.com)
  • With increasingly sedentary lifestyles and long hours spent sitting in front of computers or televisions, it is more important than ever to make sure that we prioritize physical activity in our daily routines. (dmoose.com)
  • Accordingly, reducing time spent in sedentary behaviours has the potential to improve cardiometabolic health, and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Overweight in children and adolescents is generally caused by a lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating patterns resulting in excess energy intake, or a combination of the two. (hhs.gov)
  • Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is caused by a combination of an unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle, and genetic predisposition (1). (cdc.gov)
  • In Canada, 27.0% of sedentary men are obese as opposed to 19.6% of active men. (wikipedia.org)
  • 30 kg/m 2 ) and 2.52 times more likely (95% CI = 1.82 - 3.52) to be obese (BMI≥30 kg/m 2 ), compared to those who reported no Internet and computer use in their leisure-time. (jmir.org)
  • Recently, this evidence has led to the development of specific physical activity guidelines for overweight and obese people [ 3 , 4 ] which state that 60 to 90 minutes of daily moderate to vigorous physical activity are necessary to lose weight or to maintain weight loss. (jmir.org)
  • Body mass index (BMI): The underweight/normal weight population were 1.4 times more likely to have done sufficient physical activity compared with the obese population. (abs.gov.au)
  • If you are overweight or obese, you should be aware that your risks of developing these and other cancers including breast cancer and prostate cancer are already significantly higher than those of someone maintaining a healthy weight. (weightcrafters.com)
  • Despite evidence that physical activity affects the immune system ( 9,22 ) and repeated findings of a relationship between physical activity and viral infections ( 1,5,12,15,20,21 ), few studies ( 4,17 ) with a smaller number of outcomes have examined the relationship between physical activity and risk of bacterial infections. (lww.com)
  • Conclusions: Although no single behavior was highly correlated with health outcomes, these correlations suggest that a combination of increasing standing time, walking time, and the number of transitions between postures during both work and leisure time was associated with positive musculoskeletal and cardiometabolic health indicators among sedentary office workers and should be considered in future research. (cdc.gov)
  • Studying leisure constraints might lead to both humanitarian and managerial outcomes. (thesportjournal.org)
  • ST does not differ between persons with MS and healthy controls, but those with MS report a large amount of this sedentary behavior that is potentially an independent correlate of health and disease outcomes. (aahd.us)
  • Regular physical activity (PA) can improve health outcomes in cancer survivors, but the rate of adherence to PA recommendations among middle-aged survivors is unclear. (cdc.gov)
  • Worldwide there has been a large shift towards less physically demanding work and a more sedentary lifestyle. (wikipedia.org)
  • Providing leisure and sport education, inculcating positive attitudes about participation, might reduce students' experience of leisure constraints and should be developed as a strategic marketing effort to involve both private and public sectors, since it is undeniable that an active lifestyle is healthier than a sedentary lifestyle. (thesportjournal.org)
  • What Is a Sedentary Lifestyle? (admissionsight.com)
  • A sedentary lifestyle is characterized by prolonged physical inactivity and minimal energy expenditure. (admissionsight.com)
  • This lifestyle often involves extended periods of sitting or lying down, with little to no physical activity. (admissionsight.com)
  • In addition, a sedentary lifestyle can also lead to poor posture, weakened muscles, and joint stiffness. (admissionsight.com)
  • Let's explore the relationship between technology and the sedentary lifestyle, examining the influence of smartphones, tablets, computers, and virtual learning environments on students' physical activity levels. (admissionsight.com)
  • But never fear-with these eight simple habits incorporated into your daily routine, you can reduce the harmful effects of a sedentary lifestyle while maintaining good physical health and cognitive well-being. (dmoose.com)
  • A sedentary lifestyle does not involve much movement or physical activity. (dmoose.com)
  • It's important to balance sedentary and regular physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle . (dmoose.com)
  • According to research studies , a sedentary lifestyle characterized by long hours of sitting or minimal physical activity has been linked to numerous health risks. (dmoose.com)
  • ABSTRACT Sedentary lifestyle is a major underlying cause of death, disease, and disability worldwide. (who.int)
  • Support at home for an active lifestyle for children helps to promote healthy physical activity patterns. (medscape.com)
  • The combination of the physical and mental impact to well being makes a sedentary lifestyle significantly problematic. (gaerten-ohne-grenzen.org)
  • Recent research is starting to verify the health dangers associated with a sedentary lifestyle. (gaerten-ohne-grenzen.org)
  • In this paper we provide a narrative discussion of the major components of Lifestyle Medicine, consisting of the evidence-based adoption of physical activity or exercise, dietary modification, adequate relaxation/sleep and social interaction, use of mindfulness-based meditation techniques, and the reduction of recreational substances such as nicotine, drugs, and alcohol. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Even though physical activity is a well-known healthy lifestyle component, therapeutic recreation is often more individualized and can be tailored to individual interests. (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • can significantly impact lifestyle choices. (sreditingzone.in)
  • A healthy lifestyle involves regular physical activity, a balanced and nutritious diet, adequate sleep, and stress management. (sreditingzone.in)
  • Lifestyle can also be influenced by environmental factors, such as access to healthy food options and safe spaces for physical activity. (sreditingzone.in)
  • Living in a neighborhood with walkable streets and access to parks and recreation facilities can encourage physical activity and support a healthy lifestyle. (sreditingzone.in)
  • Socioeconomic factors can impact lifestyle choices, such as access to resources like healthy food options or safe spaces for physical activity. (sreditingzone.in)
  • For example, low-income communities may have limited access to healthy food options or safe spaces for physical activity, which can make it challenging to adopt a healthy lifestyle. (sreditingzone.in)
  • At the population level, we found a significant association between the level of leisure-time physical activity, but not daily caloric intake, and the increases in both BMI and waist circumference. (eurekalert.org)
  • The study authors noted that during this period "Average daily caloric intake did not change significantly. (iea.org.uk)
  • 1081 persons with MS and 150 healthy controls self-reported ST based on the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), and completed the Godin Leisure-Time Exercise Questionnaire (GLTEQ) and a demographic/clinical scale. (aahd.us)
  • Subjects were instructed to keep track of their leisure-time physical activity by filling out the validated Godin Leisure-Time Exercise Questionnaire weekly for the entire study. (asu.edu)
  • Objective: This cross-sectional pilot study examined the movement behavior of sedentary office workers during both work and leisure time to explore its association with musculoskeletal discomfort (MSD) and cardiometabolic health indicators. (cdc.gov)
  • Multiple linear regressions examined associations of self-reported context-specific sitting time (occupational, transportation, TV-viewing and leisure-time computer use) with a clustered cardiometabolic risk score (CMR) and with individual cardiometabolic risk biomarkers (waist circumference, BMI, resting blood pressure, triglycerides, HDL- and LDL-cholesterol, and fasting and 2-h post-load plasma glucose). (biomedcentral.com)
  • Methods: Twenty-six participants completed a survey and wore a thigh-based inertial measuring unit (IMU) to quantify the time spent in different postures, the number of transitions between postures, and the step count during work and leisure time. (cdc.gov)
  • Future Internet interventions to reduce weight or increase physical activity may need to differentiate between participants with different levels of Internet use in order to increase their effectiveness. (jmir.org)
  • From a humanitarian point of view, it would be valuable to understand the reasons underlying the final decision to participate in activities, since participation, even in soft forms of physical activity, has been found to offer various benefits to participants, such as a high level of self-esteem, freedom from some diseases, a high quality of life, and improvement of cardiac health (Strauss, 2000). (thesportjournal.org)
  • Methods: Participants were pregnant women (Study 1 N = 50, Study 2 N = 30) who completed the Leisure-Time Exercise Questionnaire (LTEQ) and wore a Yamax pedometer for 3 consecutive days during free living at 20- and 32-weeks gestation. (psu.edu)
  • Nearby gymnasium space is also regularly utilized to re-create a naturalistic physical activity environment for participants. (kent.edu)
  • 100 counts/min), in light-intensity PA (100 to 1951 counts/min), and moderate-to-vigorous PA (1952 counts/min) was calculated for workdays (including working hours and nonworking hours) and nonworkdays.Results: Participants accumulated significantly higher levels of sedentary behavior (68% vs 60%) and lower levels of light-intensity activity (28% vs 36%) on workdays in comparison with nonworkdays. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • Participants were asked to rate their activity level during leisure time - sedentary, moderate or vigorous exercise . (weightcrafters.com)
  • En utilisant la valeur seuil la plus élevée du questionnaire, (c'est-à-dire une activité physique intense et non modérée), la prévalence d'une activité physique bénéfique pour la santé a été estimée à 39,5 % pour tous les participants. (who.int)
  • After adjustment for potential confounding factors, compared with participants at the lowest level of daily total physical activity, the hazard ratios for CVDs were 0.87 (95%CI: 0.79-0.97), 0.73 (95%CI: 0.65-0.83) and 0.75 (95%CI: 0.65-0.85) for participants within 2, 3 and 4 quartiles of physical activity. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Participants reported their activity at work (mostly sitting, standing, walking, or heavy labor), transport-related walking, leisure-time sitting and physical activity. (amsterdamumc.org)
  • A recent survey compared HCM patients with NHANES participants (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey), finding that the patients with HCM reported less time engaged in physical activity at work and for leisure, as well as higher body mass index. (thefitnessdoctors.com)
  • While most of these activities were enjoyable in their own right, many participants reported having a more fulfilling Halloween experience. (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • The objectives of this study were t he determination of the prevalence of self-reported depressive symp toms by the Geriatric Depression Scale and the influences of variable income, physical activity, socialization and sexual activity. (vu.lt)
  • Its prevalence has increased so significantly in recent years that many consider it a major health concern of the developed world. (medscape.com)
  • The association was even stronger for leisure-time moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. (sciencedaily.com)
  • They tested Hispanic parents and children by placing a small device to measure the amount of time each spent engaging in vigorous physical activity. (latinovations.com)
  • An international group of experts convened to provide guidance for employers to promote the avoidance of prolonged periods of sedentary work. (bmj.com)
  • Although prior studies looked at postures or physical activity during work or leisure time, few analyzed both posture and movement throughout the entire day. (cdc.gov)
  • People employed in more sedentary occupations such as clerical and administrative workers spent on average 22 hours a week sitting for work. (abs.gov.au)
  • The researchers concluded: " Even after adjustment for other risk factors, including leisure time physical activity, those who did not cycle regularly (to work, for example) experienced a 39% higher mortality rate than those who did. (nxtbook.com)
  • Individuals who were most sedentary at work were also more sedentary outside work.Conclusions: Those who are most sedentary at work do not compensate by increasing their PA or reducing their sedentary time outside work. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • The latest study looked at both pre- and post-menopausal women and a range of activities, including work, leisure and housework. (bbc.co.uk)
  • Exercise or activity level wasn't the only factor at work here. (weightcrafters.com)
  • Since its inception, HALE has done pioneering work in employee health (physical and mental), employee safety, encouraging leisure and creating and sustaining a healthy workforce that can balance work life and is productive. (infosys.com)
  • In some instances, suggestions could be made about implementing physical activity recommendations at the work site. (medscape.com)
  • When we talk about leisure, we are referring to activities we engage in that don't require any work time, but rather time we have set aside to engage in. (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • As study author and University of Illinois Professor Art Kramer suggests, the benefits of exercise are both physical and mental: "Populations throughout the industrialized world are becoming increasing[ly] sedentary as a result of the changing nature of work and leisure activities. (getaligned.net)
  • It's important to have a mix of work, leisure, and social activities that bring joy and fulfillment. (sreditingzone.in)
  • Striking a balance between work and personal life, as well as between different activities, can help reduce stress and promote a sense of happiness and satisfaction. (sreditingzone.in)
  • HALE was Infosys' response to counter the increasingly evident issues at the workplace like busy schedules that had long periods of sedentary activity and irregular working hours. (infosys.com)
  • As opposed to regular engagement in light-intensity activities, a number of metabolic and vascular processes may be significantly dysregulated when sitting for prolonged periods. (biomedcentral.com)
  • And while your child may have other interests, it can be an added challenge to find activities that will sustain their attention for longer periods. (thebaca.com)
  • Ideal for encouraging more extended periods of independent leisure time in children with autism, water play offers a great solution. (thebaca.com)
  • In Finland leisure-time physical activity has increased, while occupational and commuting physical activity has decreased from 1972 to 2002. (wikipedia.org)
  • Occupational interventions should address workplace and leisure-time sedentary behavior. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • Teachers reported significantly higher physical activity levels than support staff, and individuals with longer average sitting times per day reported significantly lower levels of physical activity. (who.int)
  • Those individuals who reported moderate levels of physical activity were found to have a significantly lower incidence of carotid plaque compared to those with no activity at all and in those sitting watching television/movies for over 3 hours/day. (lifesciencereview.com)
  • Further, compared with individuals classified as sedentary, those undertaking low and moderate levels of leisure-time physical activity were associated with a 21 per cent and 32 per cent reduction of suspected cystitis - urinary tract infections. (healthtopical.com)
  • By providing an engaging and interactive environment, playgrounds attract individuals of all ages, fostering physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. (sdcdpw.org)
  • Ensuring that the equipment caters to individuals with diverse abilities ensures that everyone can participate in play activities regardless of physical limitations. (sdcdpw.org)
  • By providing engaging and interactive play opportunities, it not only promotes physical activity but also contributes to the overall well-being of individuals, particularly children. (sdcdpw.org)
  • Increased parasympathetic tone, reduced sympathetic tone, and improved myocardial function (compared to sedentary state) result in a substantially lower risk of life-threatening arrhythmias, when compared to sedentary individuals. (thefitnessdoctors.com)
  • The next step is to develop socio-educational interventions targeting leisure time. (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • Interventions aimed at motivation for physical activity (PA) are mostly beneficial, but the effects on preventing the decrease in PA are not entirely clear, especially in girls. (hindawi.com)
  • The purpose of this single-masked randomized clinical trial was to examine whether nonleisure-time physical activity guidance (NLTPAG) improves physical activity levels in patients after minor ischemic stroke. (humankinetics.com)
  • Further, low and moderate levels of physical activity were associated with the statistically significant reduction of suspected cystitis. (lww.com)
  • These results suggest that NLTPAG may be effective for improving physical activity levels in patients after minor ischemic stroke. (humankinetics.com)
  • Leisure-time physical activity levels were largely independent of Internet and computer use. (jmir.org)
  • The first set of questions, adapted from the 1981 Canada Fitness Survey (CFS), was designed to assess leisure-time physical activity levels that were consistent with cardiovascular fitness ( 1 - 3 ). (cdc.gov)
  • With the proliferation of laptops, tablets, and other digital devices in classrooms and lecture halls, concerns have been raised about the impact of technology on students' physical activity levels. (admissionsight.com)
  • The risks associated with not getting enough physical activity range from subtle changes in mood and energy levels to much bigger issues with disease prevention. (dmoose.com)
  • Frank, M., A. Flynn, G. Farnell and J.E. Barkley (2018) The differences in physical activity levels in preschool children during Free Play recess and Structured Play recess . (kent.edu)
  • This study analyzed the effect of supplementing 500 mg twice daily of vitamin C on self-reported leisure-time activity levels and mood states in young men. (asu.edu)
  • Furthermore, vitamin C supplementation significantly increased self-reported mild, moderate, and strenuous activity levels during the 8-week trial. (asu.edu)
  • In addition, due to challenges with current physical activity assessment methods for youth with DD, the activity levels during modified activities remain unclear. (mdpi.com)
  • The researchers concluded that moderate physical activity should be undertaken to reduce the levels of carotid plaque and to avoid watching television/movies with a sitting time of more than 3 hours/day and/or having a total sitting time of over 8.5 hours/day. (lifesciencereview.com)
  • Low and moderate levels of physical activity may significantly lower the risk of bacterial infection, a new study has found. (healthtopical.com)
  • Moreover, physical activity of within the next 4 years of fol ow-up 120-240 minutes per week of aero- high intensity leads to more pro- than those who decreased their ac- bic exercise at intensities of 40-85% nounced weight loss than physical tivity levels by 16.3 MET-hours per of maximum heart rate were relat- activity of lower intensity. (who.int)
  • The second claim - that "there has been little change in physical activity levels in the Western population" in the last thirty years - flies in the face of lived experience. (iea.org.uk)
  • The World Health Organisation acknowledges that western countries have seen "decreased physical activity levels due to the increasingly sedentary nature of many forms of recreation time, changing modes of transportation, and increasing urbanization. (iea.org.uk)
  • Public Health England says that levels of physical activity have dropped by a quarter since 1961. (iea.org.uk)
  • The full model logistic regression revealed that boys, 11th-grade students and attempts to regulate weight significantly predicted physical activity meeting the recommended levels. (who.int)
  • may promote walking, discourage sedentary behavior in college students. (kent.edu)
  • A good number of the NCDs can be avoided by adopting policies that discourage smoking and promote healthy eating and physical activity. (who.int)
  • The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of online learning platforms, leading to increased screen time and reduced physical activity for many students. (admissionsight.com)
  • Children's physical activity in England is more dependent on active clubs after the COVID-19 pandemic. (biomedcentral.com)
  • and (c) to explore the effects of gender, residence, participation in physical activities, and health habits on the intensity of constraints experienced. (thesportjournal.org)
  • In contrast, in four of the seven constraint dimensions, students who paid much attention to their nutrition habits (i.e., who ate more healthily) perceived fewer constraints on leisure activities than did students paying no attention to nutrition. (thesportjournal.org)
  • It involves many sedentary hours, such as watching TV, sitting at a desk, or playing video games. (dmoose.com)
  • Another visual, sensory activity involves dribbling a few drops of food coloring and observing how different colors diffuse in the water. (thebaca.com)
  • The 1998 NHIS Sample Adult Core questionnaire included the current set of usual light-moderate and usual vigorous leisure-time physical activity questions, providing baseline data for tracking Healthy People 2010 Objectives. (cdc.gov)
  • The short form of the international physical activity questionnaire (IPAQ) was used to estimate physical activity. (who.int)
  • We collected information about physical activity by using the Modifiable Activity Questionnaire (MAQ) (8) to calculate metabolic equivalent task (MET) minutes per week. (cdc.gov)
  • The International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Long Form was used to identify the level of PA types, while PA motivation was examined through the Motives for Physical Activities Measure-Revised. (hindawi.com)
  • RÉSUMÉ Une enquête transversale a été menée en mars 2011 pour étudier les caractéristiques et les facteurs déterminants de l'activité physique de 439 lycéens dans le gouvernorat de Mascate à l'aide d'un auto-questionnaire. (who.int)
  • A study suggests that adolescents who engage in active school transport and leisure-time physical activity perform better at secondary school than their inactive peers. (sciencedaily.com)
  • A study led by the University of Eastern Finland suggests that adolescents who engage in active school transport and leisure-time physical activity perform better at secondary school than their inactive peers. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Students should take frequent breaks from screens to engage in physical activities such as stretching, walking, or short workouts. (admissionsight.com)
  • One of the biggest challenges is the availability of opportunities to engage in activities that are adapted for youth with DD. (mdpi.com)
  • The activities we engage in during our leisure time are an important part of our wellbeing. (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • So, how much physical activity do you engage in? (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • In general, they felt that leisure time is beneficial for their well-being, but only if they had the time to engage in it. (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • Swimming and water play are great alternatives to many sedentary leisure activities in which children engage, such as playing online games or watching videos on screens. (thebaca.com)
  • A recent study from the US concluded that the proportion of American men who engage in no leisure-time physical activity whatsoever soared from 11 per cent in 1988 to 44 per cent in 2010. (iea.org.uk)
  • As Hidaka [ 1 ] and Walsh [ 2 ] comment, in Western society people are increasingly becoming more sedentary and eating a poorer diet than previous generations. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Leisure-time physical activity is also typically more intense than active school transport, leading to increases in brain-derived neurotrophic factor in our circulation and, thus, improvements in cognitive performance. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Both leisure-time physical activity and active school transport were also positively associated with school enjoyment. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Are active school transport and leisure-time physical activity associated with performance and wellbeing at secondary school? (sciencedaily.com)
  • Regularly active" is defined as engaging in vigorous activity 3 or more times per week for at least 20 minutes each time or engaging in light-moderate activity at least 5 times a week for at least 30 minutes each time, or both. (cdc.gov)
  • Encourage students to choose active gaming options, such as motion-controlled games or fitness-based video games, to incorporate physical activity into their digital leisure time. (admissionsight.com)
  • Educators can design virtual lessons incorporating movement and physical activity, such as "brain breaks" or assigning active learning tasks. (admissionsight.com)
  • These studies combine aspects of exercise science, psychology and physiology in an effort to elucidate the complex nature of why some children are very active while others are sedentary. (kent.edu)
  • Of the survivors, 47% met the recommendations of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity PA or 120 minutes of vigorous-intensity PA per week, 41% were somewhat active, and 12% were sedentary. (cdc.gov)
  • We also observed a greater dependence on structured activities (that is, those that are organised and planned into the family's schedule, e.g. sport or exercise clubs) rather than unstructured activities (those that are spontaneous and unplanned, e.g. active play), which we have termed the new normal for children's physical activity [ 16 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Exercise should include aerobic activities, such as bicycling (stationary or routine), walk-jog protocols, swimming, and other active recreational or leisure sports. (medscape.com)
  • Workers with sitting jobs were significantly more likely to be sufficiently active during leisure-time than workers with mostly standing, walking or heavy labor jobs (RR = 0.88, 0.80, 0.86 respectively). (amsterdamumc.org)
  • It probably comes as no surprise that swimming and active water play offer fun ways to integrate movement and physical activity into your child's day. (thebaca.com)
  • Over ½ of the respondents are within the categories of moderate and severe depression , almost half of the respondents feel that their family incomes are not enough or make it hard to meet their needs, approximately 10% think they are sedentary, over ½ participate in no sexual activity, and over ¼ do not frequently respond with pleasure to partner-initiated sexual relationships. (vu.lt)
  • The 1997 Sample Adult Core indicator of physical activity differs substantially from the kilocalorie energy expenditure classification of 23 specific activities. (cdc.gov)
  • Kobak, M.S., A. Lepp, M.J. Rebold, H. Faulkner, S. Martin, and J.E. Barkley (2018) The presence of an internet-connected mobile tablet computer reduces physical activity and increases sedentary behavior in children. (kent.edu)
  • Youth with developmental disabilities (DD) face challenges that may impact their participation in physical activity. (mdpi.com)
  • However, the researchers did find that participation in physical activity during leisure time was associated with higher academic achievement, which supports the idea that the relationship between physical activity and educational attainment may be causal. (courtesyfordautos.com)
  • Additionally, communities often organize events or activities centered around playgrounds that bring people together and promote a sense of belonging and unity. (sdcdpw.org)
  • How can you build on your child's interest with activities that promote safe and fun water exploration? (thebaca.com)
  • According to a new research study published this week in the journal Pediatrics , l ack of play time and leisure activity has contributed to Latino kid's excess weight. (latinovations.com)
  • Examining the causal impact of parental influence on their children's physical activity behavior. (kent.edu)
  • However, there is a paucity of experimental data examining whether or not parents can cause a change in their children's physical activity through simple behavioral cues (e.g., direct supervision, co-participation). (kent.edu)
  • Sanders, G.J , J. Juvancic-Heltzel, M.L. Williamson, J.N. Roemmich, D.M. Feda, and J.E. Barkley (2016) The effect of increasing autonomy through choice on young children's physical activity behavior . (kent.edu)
  • Rebold, M.J., A. Lepp, M.S. Kobak, J. McDaniel, and J.E. Barkley (2016) The Effect of Parental Involvement on Children's Physical Activity . (kent.edu)
  • The amount of time spent on physical activity has long been a focus for research and policy makers. (abs.gov.au)
  • In 2011-12, toddlers and pre-schoolers (aged 2-4 years) spent an average of around 6 hours per day engaged in physical activity. (abs.gov.au)
  • They also spent almost one and a half hours (83 minutes) in the sedentary activities of watching TV, DVDs or playing electronic games. (abs.gov.au)
  • On average, children and young people aged 5-17 years spent one and a half hours (91 minutes) per day on physical activity and over two hours a day (136 minutes) in screen-based activity with physical activity decreasing and screen-based activity increasing as age increased. (abs.gov.au)
  • These findings highlight the importance of incorporating physical activity into daily life and reducing time spent in sedentary activities. (dmoose.com)
  • Up to 71% of working hours were spent sedentary. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • Adolescents who engaged in leisure-time physical activity for 4 to 6 hours a week had 46% lower odds of school burnout compared to their physically inactive peers. (sciencedaily.com)
  • The derived guidance is as follows: for those occupations which are predominantly desk based, workers should aim to initially progress towards accumulating 2 h/day of standing and light activity (light walking) during working hours, eventually progressing to a total accumulation of 4 h/day (prorated to part-time hours). (bmj.com)
  • Leisure-time Internet and computer use was categorized into no use, low use (less than three hours per week), or high use (three hours or more per week). (jmir.org)
  • Watching TV was the most prevalent sedentary activity, at nearly 13 hours a week, peaking at over 19 hours per week on average for people aged 75 and over. (abs.gov.au)
  • Social media platforms have increased screen time and decreased physical activity, as students spend hours scrolling through feeds and watching videos. (admissionsight.com)
  • Some examples of passive activities include scrolling through social media on your phone, binging your favorite streaming series for hours on end, and surfing the web without getting up from your chair. (dmoose.com)
  • Earlier studies have found associations between leisure-time physical activity and health status 14 . (cdc.gov)
  • Odds ratios showing the likelihood of selected health characteristics by level of leisure-time physical activity () highlight the association between leisure-time physical activity and health for the two sets of questions, controlling for sex, age, race and Hispanic ethnicity, education, and poverty status. (cdc.gov)
  • Journal of Physical Activity and Health , 6 (1), 63-72. (psu.edu)
  • Additionally, as Larson (2000) noted, leisure is a crucial developmental context for young people and adolescents. (thesportjournal.org)