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Showing 1 to 20 of 160 for “"physical inactivity"”.
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Physical inactivity among adolescents with physical disabilities attending high schools in Kenya
Physical inactivity together with overweight and obesity has emerged as a major health risk factor for chronic disease of lifestyle as coronary heart disease, diabetes type 2, and hypertension affecting adolescents with physical disabilities in developed countries. This has contributed to the …
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Physical inactivity among high school learners in Belhar - a public health concern
… with an increase in lifestyle-related diseases. Physical inactivity has been identified as one of the risk factors, in addition to other leading risk factors like diet, and the use of tobacco and alcohol, contributing to the occurrence of non-communicable diseases like cardiovascular diseases, …
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The health economics of physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour: healthcare expenditure and cost-effective interventions
Physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour increases the risk of premature mortality and chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease (CVD), type 2 diabetes (T2D), and cancers. Globally, the prevalence of these risk factors is increasing, putting many people at increased risk. Physical …
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A Spatial Analysis of Obesity and Its Associations with the Built and Natural Environment, Physical Inactivity, and Socioeconomic and Demographic Conditions in the United States of America
… spatial associations exist between obesity and physical inactivity (PIA), poverty, and population-weighted distance (PWD) to parks. Conversely, negative spatial associations exist between obesity and ratio of jobs to employed residents (JER) and population density. Another major contribution of …
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The effects of osteoarthritis, acute voluntary inactivity and injury on skeletal muscle function, Na+, K+ -ATPase content and isoform abundance
Physical inactivity causes substantial maladaptions in each of skeletal muscle size, strength and endurance. In skeletal muscle the Na+, K+ -ATPase (NKA) enzyme is pivotal in the regulation of Na+ and K+ concentrations across the sarcolemmal and t-tubule membranes and hence in the maintenance of …
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Young people’s perceptions and experiences of their physical bodies
… has consistently revealed gender differences in physical self-concept and engagement in physical activity, with results typically favouring boys. Despite strong evidence to suggest that socialisation results in physical activity taking on different meanings and experiences for girls and boys, …
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A Biofeedback-Based Physical Activity Advisory System
Physical inactivity, a phenomenon on the rise in numerous countries, has gained global attention because of its negative effects on humans' physical wellness. It represents a stumbling block in the way of living a healthy lifestyle. Recent statistics of World Health Organization (WHO) ranked …
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Knee Problems in Young Adults
Abstract Obesity and physical inactivity have been identified as risk factors for knee pain in elderly populations. There has been an increase in the prevalence of obesity and physical inactivity in younger adults. Therefore, it is important to investigate whether they are risk factors for knee …
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Promoting positive changes in physical activity through behavior economics
Physical inactivity is increasingly being recognised as a major problem in global health. The World Health Organisation estimates that 3.3 million people die around the world each year due to physical inactivity, making it the fourth leading underlying cause of mortality. Given that inactivity …
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Impact of The COVID-19 Pandemic on Nutrition and Physical Activity of Those Involved in the Educational Process: Educators and Students at the Medical College – Stara Zagora // Отражението на пандемията от COVID-19 върху храненето и двигателната активност на ангажираните в образователния процес - обучаващи и обучаеми в медицински колеж - Стара Загора
… time; lack of ergonomic learning environments; physical inactivity; disruption of circadian rhythms; and impacts on both physical and mental health. The interconnection between physical activity, nutrition, and physical and mental well-being is confirmed through an analysis of Bulgarian and …
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Active transportation prediction using Theory of Planned Behavior among college students
Rates of physical inactivity have been on the rise in America among all groups of people, including college students. Physical inactivity poses serious health risks. Active transportation (AT) is commuting under one’s own power. Examples of AT include bicycling and walking. This mode of …
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Determining the effects of a short-term physical activity intervention programme on body mass index, blood pressure, pulse rate and percentage body fat among high school learners
Physical inactivity is recognised as a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Current recommendations for participation in physical activity are 30 minutes or more of moderate-intensity physical activity on most, but …
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Impact of Physical Activity and Sugar Sweetened Beverage Consumption on Arterial Stiffness
Purpose: Previous research has indicated that physical inactivity (PI) is linked to arterial stiffness. Similarly, a significant link between sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) and poor cardiovascular health has been identified. The majority of previous research relating to arterial stiffness has …
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Effect of Obesity on the Traditional and Emerging Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors in African American Women
… history questionnaire and 7-Day Physical Activity Recall Questionnaire. Anthropometric assessment of height, weight, BMI, waist circumference, and waist-hip-ratio were determined. An average of two resting blood pressures was taken. Hypertension was defined as a systolic blood …
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Acute effects of high-intensity interval, resistance or combined exercise protocols on testosterone – cortisol responses in inactive overweight individuals
… both (HIIT+RT) exercise protocol in a cohort of physical inactivity, overweight adults (age 18–30 years old). Randomized, parallel-group clinical trial among fifty-one men (23.6±3.5 yr; 83.5±7.8 kg; 28.0±1.9 kg/m2), physical inactivity (i.e. <150 min of moderate-intensity exercise per week for …
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Perceived benefits of, barriers and helpful cues to physical activity among tertiary institution students in Rwanda
… obtained from the World Health Organisation, physical inactivity or sedentarism is one of the leading causes of the major non-communicable diseases, which contributes substantially to the global burden of diseases, death and disability. The burden of mortality, morbidity and disability …
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Physical activity as a treatment in primary health care. The role of the GP and Somali women’s views and levels of physical activity.
Physical inactivity has been identified as the fourth leading risk factor for global mortality and healthcare systems play a major role in increasing physical activity among the population. Physical activity on prescription (PAP) is a non-pharmacological method used in Swedish healthcare to prevent …
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Understanding physical activity among older African American women: A mixed-methods approach
… and present one of the highest prevalence of physical inactivity compared to other racial/ethnic groups. Older African American women are a particular vulnerable group for physical inactivity and consequent chronic disease. Physical activity at recommended levels has the potential to improve …
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