Moving online: Implementation of virtual sessions of physical activity and movement training as a therapeutic approach to premenstrual symptoms

Brun, David Dal; Spagnolo, Giulia; Cuni, Beatrice; Favaro, Angela; Tenconi, Elena; Meneguzzo, Paolo

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15809

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“…However, there is limited and inconsistent evidence regarding the relationship between PMS symptoms and body awareness. While one previous study 16 reported higher levels of body dissatisfaction among women with PMS, another study 17 found no association between premenstrual symptomatology and concerns about body image.…”

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Perception of benefits‐barriers of exercise, physical activity level, and body awareness in women with premenstrual syndrome

Kiloatar,

Kurt

2023

J of Obstet and Gynaecol

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IntroductionThe study aims to investigate the relationship between premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and physical activity, body awareness, and the benefits/barriers to exercise (a), as well as to compare women with and without PMS in relation to these parameters (b).Materials and MethodsParticipants were administered The Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), International Physical Activity Questionnaire‐Short Form (IPAQ‐SF), Body Awareness Questionnaire, and The Exercise Benefits/Barriers Scale.ResultsThe age range of the participants included in the study was 19–48, with a mean age of 26.45 ± 7.14. A statistically significant difference was found between the women with and without PMS in terms of PMSS score, exercise benefits subscale score, and exercise barriers subscale score (p < 0.05). The results indicated that there was a significant positive correlation between PMSS score and exercise barriers subscale score (p < 0.05). There was a significant positive correlation between IPAQ score and body awareness questionnaire, exercise benefits subscale score, total score of exercise benefits and barriers of scale (p < 0.05). There was a significant negative correlation between IPAQ score and exercise barriers subscale score (p < 0.05). There was a significant positive correlation between body awareness questionnaire score and exercise benefits subscale score, total score of exercise benefits and barriers of scale (p < 0.05). There was a significant negative correlation between body awareness questionnaire score and exercise barriers subscale score (p < 0.05).ConclusionThis study provide valuable insights into the relationship between PMS, physical activity, body awareness, and exercise benefits/barriers among women. By addressing the barriers and benefits to exercise and enhancing body awareness, healthcare professionals can potentially improve women's with PMS overall well‐being and encourage them to adopt and maintain a physically active lifestyle.

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Perception of benefits‐barriers of exercise, physical activity level, and body awareness in women with premenstrual syndrome

Kiloatar,

Kurt

2023

J of Obstet and Gynaecol

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The benefit and limitations of an online physical activity program in response to the COVID‐19 pandemic: A quantitative analysis of the virtual Latrobe Streetgames program

Kemel,

Porter,

Coombs

2023

Health Prom J of Aust

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Issue AddressedThe COVID‐19 pandemic led to the closure of many physical activity programs, with many online programs being created in place to maintain physical activity engagement. This study explored the outcomes of an online physical program on its participants.MethodA validated survey was used to explore Virtual Streetgames (VSG) participants' perceptions about their physical, mental, and social health while participating in VGS. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to evaluate the impact of the online format.ResultsMany VSG participants were not achieving their daily physical activity recommendations, with a considerable portion of individuals feeling frustrated at not being able to socialise. A substantial difference was seen between adults and adolescents, with increased adult activity rates for those adults participating in VSG. Despite this influence on physical well‐being, VSG did not seem to influence mental or social wellbeing.ConclusionsThe results give detail into how the COVID‐19 pandemic has influenced adolescent and young adult physical, mental, and social health, noting that the reduction of in‐person contact influenced motivation for exercise. Online physical activity programs may have some positive impact in improving adult physical activity rates, but they are not as effective as face‐to‐face programs in improving overall well‐being.So What?The findings of this study suggest that online physical activity programs may not be as effective as face‐to‐face programs in improving overall well‐being. Future research should explore ways to improve the social and motivational aspects of online physical activity programs to maximise their benefits for participants.

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Moving online: Implementation of virtual sessions of physical activity and movement training as a therapeutic approach to premenstrual symptoms

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Perception of benefits‐barriers of exercise, physical activity level, and body awareness in women with premenstrual syndrome

Perception of benefits‐barriers of exercise, physical activity level, and body awareness in women with premenstrual syndrome

The benefit and limitations of an online physical activity program in response to the COVID‐19 pandemic: A quantitative analysis of the virtual Latrobe Streetgames program

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