scholarly journals Negative Attitudes Toward Physical Activity: Measurement and Role in Predicting Physical Activity Levels Among Preadolescents

2009 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy D. Nelson ◽  
Eric R. Benson ◽  
Chad D. Jensen
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Activity Measurement ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Physical Activity Measurement ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

scholarly journals Physical activity level of female and male adult cats before and after running wheel habituation

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katelyn B. Detweiler ◽  
Samona Rawal ◽  
Kelly S. Swanson ◽  
Maria R. C. de Godoy
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Measurement ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Running Wheel ◽  
Male Adult ◽  
Physical Activity Measurement ◽  
Voluntary Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Activity Levels ◽  
Running Wheels

AbstractThe objective of the present study was to evaluate whether access to a running wheel increases voluntary physical activity in adult female and male domestic cats. Eight neutered domestic shorthair male cats (mean age 8·6 (sd 0·05) years) and eleven intact domestic shorthair female cats (mean age 3·3 (sd 0·14) years) were group housed for 22 h daily and individually housed during the feeding period. Voluntary physical activity was measured using accelerometers. Experimental design consisted of 1 week of baseline physical activity measurement, followed by 3 weeks of wheel habituation, and 1 week of physical activity measurement post-wheel habituation. Female cat voluntary physical activity levels increased (P < 0·05) post-habituation during the dark period, resulting in an altered (P < 0·05) light:dark activity ratio, whereas male cat voluntary physical activity levels remained unchanged post-habituation. Food anticipatory activity did not differ pre- and post-habituation. However, it corresponded to a numerically greater proportion of daily physical activity for males (17·5 %) v. females (12 %). In general, female cats were more active than male cats. Habituation to a running wheel appears to be an effective method to increase voluntary physical activity of younger female cats. Thus, running wheels might be a potential strategy in the prevention or management of feline obesity.

scholarly journals Children with congenital heart disease exhibit seasonal variation in physical activity

PLoS ONE ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (11) ◽  
pp. e0241187
Author(s):  
Mimi T. Y. Kuan ◽  
Christine Voss ◽  
Jimmy Lopez ◽  
Nicole M. Hemphill ◽  
Kevin C. Harris
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Congenital Heart Disease ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Seasonal Variation ◽  
Congenital Heart ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Activity Measurement ◽  
P Value ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Physical Activity Levels

Objective We sought to identify seasonal variation in physical activity that different physical activity measurement tools can capture in children with congenital heart disease. Methods Data were collected as part of a prospective cohort study at BC Children’s Hospital, Vancouver, Canada. Daily step counts of children aged 9–16 years with moderate-to-severe CHD were assessed continuously for 1-year via a commercial activity tracker (Fitbit Charge 2™). Physical activity levels were also assessed conventionally at one time-point via accelerometers (ActiGraph) and physical activity questionnaires. Results 156 children (mean age 12.7±2.4 years; 42% female) participated in the study. Fitbit data (n = 96) over a 1-year period clearly illustrated seasonal peaks (late spring and autumn) and dips (winter and summer school holidays) in physical activity levels, with group mean values being below 12,000 steps per day throughout the year. According to conventional accelerometry data (n = 142), 26% met guidelines, which tended to differ according to season of measurement (spring: 39%, summer: 11%, fall: 20%, winter: 39%; p-value = 0.053). Questionnaire data (n = 134) identified that the most widely reported activities were walking (81%) and running (78%) with walking being the highest in summer and fall and running in winter and spring. Furthermore, regardless of overall activity levels the children exhibit similar seasonal variation. Conclusions We demonstrated that physical activity level changes across seasons in children with CHD. It is important to be aware of these fluctuations when assessing and interpreting physical activity levels. Season specific counselling for physical activity may be beneficial in a clinical setting.

scholarly journals Adaptation of the System for Observing Play and Recreation in Communities (SOPARC) for the Measurement of Physical Activity in Jail Settings

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 349
Author(s):  
Ricky Camplain ◽  
Travis A. Pinn ◽  
Heather J. Williamson ◽  
George Pro ◽  
Lyle Becenti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
Activity Measurement ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Activity Data ◽  
Physical Activity Measurement ◽  
Physical Activity Interventions ◽  
Measurement Tools ◽  
Study Team ◽  
End Times

Over 9 million people are incarcerated in jail each year, but physical activity has not been assessed among incarcerated populations. Measuring physical activity in the jail setting is complicated as current physical activity measurement tools are not designed for use inside jail facilities. Therefore, we adapted an evidence-based physical activity measurement tool, the System for Observing Play and Recreation in Communities (SOPARC), to assess physical activity within a jail facility. SOPARC was designed to obtain observational information on physical activity of individuals. The study team created a protocol for SOPARC for use in jail facilities. Unlike the original SOPARC, access to recreation time in jail required prior scheduling. Target areas were unnecessary as recreation spaces were enclosed. The adapted SOPARC protocol for jails included start and end times, the number of individuals that attended, and recreation time users’ physical activity levels, footwear, outerwear, uniform color, and use of mobility assistive devices. The use of SOPARC in the jail setting requires adaptation to adequately capture physical activity data among incarcerated individuals. Accurately measuring physical activity among incarcerated individuals and the environment in which they are active may allow for future development and testing of physical activity interventions in jail facilities.

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