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Background: Recent updates to physical activity guidelines highlight the importance of reducing sedentary time. However, at present, only general recommendations are possible (ie, “Sit less, move more”). There remains a need to investigate the strength, temporality, specificity, and dose–response nature of sedentary behavior associations with chronic disease, along with potential underlying mechanisms. Methods: Stemming from a recent research workshop organized by the Sedentary Behavior Council themed “Sedentary behaviour mechanisms—biological and behavioural pathways linking sitting to adverse health outcomes,” this paper (1) discusses existing challenges and scientific discussions within this advancing area of science, (2) highlights and discusses emerging areas of interest, and (3) points to potential future directions. Results: A brief knowledge update is provided, reflecting upon current and evolving thinking/discussions, and the rapid accumulation of new evidence linking sedentar
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Mashup Score: 50
This study investigated the impact of multimorbidity patterns on physical activity and capacity outcomes over the course of a year-long exercise intervention, and on physical activity 1 year later. Participants were 314 physically inactive community-dwelling men and women aged 70–85 years, with no contraindications for exercise at baseline. Physical activity was self-reported. Physical capacity measurements included five-time chair-stand time, 6-minute walking distance, and maximal isometric knee-extension strength. The intervention included supervised and home-based strength, balance, and walking exercises. Multimorbidity patterns comprised physician-diagnosed chronic disease conditions as a predictor cluster and body mass index as a measure of obesity. Multimorbidity patterns explained 0%–12% of baseline variance and 0%–3% of the change in outcomes. The magnitude and direction of the impact of unique conditions varied by outcome, time point, and sex. Multimorbid older adults with no
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A recent study shows 🏃🏾♀️ #exercise is also beneficial and safe for older people with multiple chronic conditions or risk factors. Exercise can improve physical fitness despite #NCDs non-communicable diseases. https://t.co/vcwbL0hRwS https://t.co/Koi8YDrETe
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Mashup Score: 21The Physical Activity Advice Continuum—A Guide for Physical Activity Promotion in Health Care - 3 month(s) ago
“The Physical Activity Advice Continuum—A Guide for Physical Activity Promotion in Health Care” published on 02 Feb 2024 by Human Kinetics.
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All health professionals have a responsibility to promote #PhysicalActivity ➡️Here's a continuum of advice, regardless of how much time or setting, to provide effective & safe physical activity advice for patients 👉🏽https://t.co/ujv0xdFUhB by @NicoleFreene et al @JPAHjournal https://t.co/4dmj192qYz
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Mashup Score: 10Serum Vitamin D Levels Mediate the Association Between Physical Activity and Blood Pressure in Adolescents - 3 month(s) ago
Individuals with low levels of vitamin D are associated with cardiovascular risks, such as elevated blood pressure (BP), and are; therefore, more likely to develop hypertension. Patients with vitamin D deficiency may face an increased risk of cardiovascular events. In this study, a multicenter, cross-sectional, and school-based investigation was conducted as part of the ERICA project. The sample comprised 1152 adolescents aged 12–17 years from 4 Brazilian cities. Anthropometric variables, BP measurements, and hydroxyvitamin D concentrations were assessed. A 2-level linear regression was fitted to examine the relationship between each level of BP and independent variables. Our findings indicate that movement behaviors were not associated with BP levels, with the exception of sleep time, which demonstrated a positive association. However, after adjustment, this association was found to be nonsignificant. Our study’s mediation analysis revealed that vitamin D mediates up to 12.9% of the a
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Low #VitaminD associated with higher #bloodpressure ➡️Patients with #vitamin D deficiency may be at increased risk for cardiovascular events ✅#Physicalactivity outdoors increases vitamin D & may control #BP 👉🏽https://t.co/5VAALBT3b0 via @JPAHjournal @Human_Kinetics https://t.co/tRbT8t3EVf
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Mashup Score: 18A Quick Guide for Becoming a Better Peer Reviewer - 6 month(s) ago
“A Quick Guide for Becoming a Better Peer Reviewer” published on 13 Sep 2023 by Human Kinetics.
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Guide for becoming a better peer reviewer ✅Think of your role as helping authors do better research ✅Mentoring is key. Senior researchers encouraged to support & nurture next generation of peer reviewers 👉🏽https://t.co/IOOjXgITml via @JPAHjournal @Human_Kinetics https://t.co/8BcTSGXfTG
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Mashup Score: 0The Relationship Between Isometric and Dynamic Strength Following Resistance Training: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Level of Agreement - 7 month(s) ago
Background: Maximal lower-body strength can be assessed both dynamically and isometrically; however, the relationship between the changes in these 2 forms of strength following resistance training is not well understood. Purpose: To systematically review and analyze the effects of resistance training on changes in maximal dynamic (1-repetition-maximum back squat, deadlift, and power clean) and position-matched isometric strength (isometric midthigh pull and the isometric squat). In addition, individual-level data were used to quantify the agreement and relationship between changes in dynamic and isometric strength. Methods: Databases were systematically searched to identify eligible articles, and meta-analysis procedures were performed on the extracted data. The raw results from 4 studies were acquired, enabling bias and absolute reliability measures to be calculated using Bland–Altman test of agreement. Results: Eleven studies met the inclusion criteria, which resulted in 29 isometric
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The Relationship Between Isometric and Dynamic Strength Following Resistance Training: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Level of Agreement https://t.co/1Z2qwJsCvp via @DocLachJames et al https://t.co/R3c2VqiR4H
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Mashup Score: 6Physical Activity Accumulated Across Adulthood and Resting Heart Rate at Age 41–46 Years in Women: Findings From the Menarche to Premenopause Study - 8 month(s) ago
Objective: To investigate the association between physical activity accumulated from early (age 22–27 y) to mid (age 40–45 y) adulthood and resting heart rate at age 41–46 years in women. Methods: Data were from 479 participants in the 1973–1978 cohort of the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health. Participants reported physical activity every 3 years from age 22–27 years to 40–45 years. Linear regression models were used to investigate the associations of a cumulative physical activity score (average physical activity across 18 y; up to 7 surveys) and changes in physical activity from age 22–33 years to 34–45 years with resting heart rate at age 41–46 years. Results: Average resting heart rate at age 41–46 years was 75 (SD: 11) beats per minute. An inverse nonlinear dose–response association between cumulative physical activity and resting heart rate was observed. Overall, accumulation of physical activity was associated with lower resting heart rate regardless of the age whe
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Findings from a new study showed that greater 🏃🏽♀️ accumulation of #physicalactivity in 20s was associated with lower resting heart 🫀rate at age 41–46 years. https://t.co/my3rJEDNUx https://t.co/uYIfg0Zc5V
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Mashup Score: 0Considerations for the Use of Consumer-Grade Wearables and Smartphones in Population Surveillance of Physical Activity - 8 month(s) ago
As smartphone and wearable device ownership increase, interest in their utility to monitor physical activity has risen concurrently. Numerous examples of the application of wearables in clinical and epidemiological research settings already exist. However, whether these devices are all suitable for physical activity surveillance is open for debate. In this commentary, we respond to a commentary by Mair et al. () and discuss four key issues specifically relevant to surveillance that we believe need to be tackled before consumer wearables can be considered for this measurement purpose: representative sampling, representative wear time, validity and reliability, and compatibility between devices. A recurring theme is how to deal with systematic biases by demographic groups. We suggest some potential solutions to the issues of concern such as providing individuals with standardized devices, considering summary metrics of physical activity less prone to wear time biases, and the development
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Considerations for the Use of Consumer-Grade Wearables and Smartphones in Population Surveillance of Physical Activity https://t.co/MGsYkRXXUu via @tessastraining et al https://t.co/mtpzp18jMf
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Mashup Score: 5Evaluation of Two Thigh-Worn Accelerometer Brands in Laboratory and Free-Living Settings - 8 month(s) ago
Background: Given the popularity of thigh-worn accelerometers, it is important to understand their reliability and validity. Purpose: Our study evaluated laboratory validity and free-living intermonitor reliability of the Fibion monitor and free-living intermonitor reliability of the activPAL monitor. Free-living comparability of the Fibion and activPAL monitors was also assessed. Methods: Nineteen adult participants wore Fibion monitors on both thighs while performing 11 activities in a laboratory setting. Then, participants wore Fibion and activPAL monitors on both thighs for 3 days during waking hours. Accuracy of the Fibion monitor was determined for recognizing lying/sitting, standing, slow walking, fast walking, jogging, and cycling. For the 3-day free-living wear, outputs from the Fibion monitors were compared, with similar analyses conducted for the activPAL monitors. Finally, free-living comparability of the Fibion and activPAL monitors was determined for nonwear, sitting, sta
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RT @fibion: ➣ New #Fibion validation ahead of publication 👍 👉 Check at https://t.co/HwCNvduCtB #sedentarybehavior #physicalactivity #acce…
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Mashup Score: 6Source: journals.humankinetics.comCategories: Healthcare ProfessionalsTweet
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"The Effect of #Exercise Training on Total Daily Energy Expenditure" https://t.co/A1KaEqwVJx Conclusion: "study suggest that increasing physical activity–associated energy expenditure does not necessarily translate to a proportional increase in [total daily energy expenditure]." https://t.co/ah4LhAochc
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Sedentary Behavior and Chronic Disease: Mechanisms and Future Directions https://t.co/8JMFaoF7Qg via @PC_Dempsey et al https://t.co/HEb2r5JuZX