Physical Activity and Its Related Factors during the First COVID-19 Lockdown in Germany

Füzéki, Eszter; Schröder, Jan; Groneberg, David A.; Banzer, Winfried

doi:10.3390/su13105711

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“…Given these results, findings from the first wave of the pandemic and the ensuing lockdowns are alarming. Numerous studies worldwide and in Germany have documented reduced PA at the level of overall samples [10][11][12]. We found that all PA measures declined during the first lockdown; compliance with current PA recommendations sunk from 38.1% to 30.4% [11].…”

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“…Numerous studies worldwide and in Germany have documented reduced PA at the level of overall samples [10][11][12]. We found that all PA measures declined during the first lockdown; compliance with current PA recommendations sunk from 38.1% to 30.4% [11]. In contrast to the first lockdown, data on PA during the second lockdown are scarce.…”

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confidence: 57%

“…The present study used the methodology of our previous survey, with a slight modification in the questionnaire content [11]. We used the SoSci Survey tool (SoSci Survey GmbH, Munich, Germany, https://www.soscisurvey.de/ (accessed on 8 April-2 July 2021)) to conduct a cross-sectional survey in the general German public.…”

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“…The survey questionnaire was identical to the one we used in our previous research [11], with the difference that we included the assessment of well-being. In short, we investigated habitual PA, the use of and attitude toward virtual PA offers and well-being.…”

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Physical Activity and Well-Being during the Second COVID19-Related Lockdown in Germany in 2021

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In the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany, lockdown measures were reinstalled and were in place between November 2020 and April 2021, including the closure of physical activity facilities. The aim of the current online survey was to assess the lockdown effects on physical activity and well-being in the general population. Pre-lockdown vs. lockdown differences were tested with the Χ2 test and the Student’s t-test for paired data. Predictor variables to explain compliance with physical activity recommendations were identified using a fixed-effects binary logistic regression analysis. Data of 993 respondents were analyzed. Transport-related and leisure-time physical activity decreased (p < 0.001, d = 0.25, and p < 0.001, d = 0.33, respectively). Compliance with physical activity recommendations decreased from 42.2% to 29.4% (chi2 (1, 1986) = 35.335, p < 0.001, V = 0.13). Well-being decreased significantly (t (990) = 23.405, p < 0.001) by 16.3 points (d = 0.74). Physical activity and well-being declined in German adults during the second COVID-19-related lockdown. Physical activity should be promoted also in light of the emerging evidence on its protective effects against COVID-19.

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“…All questions on PA were posed twice, once relating to conditions prior to lockdown ("normal"), and once relating to lockdown ("lockdown") conditions. Data on habitual PA has been published elsewhere [27].…”

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Online Exercise Classes during the COVID-19 Related Lockdown in Germany: Use and Attitudes

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Lockdown measures during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to reductions in physical activity (PA) worldwide. Leading public health organizations have recommended the use of online exercise classes (OEC) to compensate the loss of regular exercise classes. As of now, no data are available on the uptake of OEC and on users’ attitudes. The aim of the current online survey was to assess the use of and attitudes towards OEC in Germany. Respondents indicated awareness and use of OEC, and levels of agreement with statements on OEC. Frequency of awareness and use of OEC according to PA status were calculated with contingency tables and the Χ2 test. Differences between users and non-users were tested with the Student’s t-test and the Mann–Whitney U test. Data on attitudes are presented as percentages, and Spearman correlations were calculated between attitudes and activity status, frequency of use, educational attainment, age and body mass index. A total of 979 datasets were analyzed. Of the respondents, 681 were aware of and 180, 118 and 84 used them <1 per week, 1–2 per week and ≥3 per week, respectively. Significantly more active respondents were aware of and used OEC compared to less active respondents. All in all, regular OEC use was quite limited. OEC was differentially attractive to people according to PA status, frequency of use, BMI and age. Tailoring OEC to current non-users and adding motivational support might enhance the regular use of OEC.

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Physical activity pattern before and during the COVID-19 pandemic and association with contextual variables of the pandemic in adults and older adults in southern Brazil

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Aim To compare the physical activity pattern before and during the COVID-19 pandemic and verify the association with contextual, behavioral, and health variables related to the pandemic in adults and older adults from southern Brazil. Subject and methods This is a panel-type, population-based study in Rio Grande-RS and Criciúma-SC, with 4290 individuals. The physical activity pattern (dependent variable) was measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-IPAQ. In addition, contextual, behavioral, and health aspects related to the pandemic (independent variables) were assessed by questionnaires. Fisher’s exact test was used for bivariate analyses and Poisson regression with robust variance to calculate crude and adjusted prevalence, with their respective 95% confidence intervals. Results There was a 72% reduction in commuting physical activity and a 145% increase in physical inactivity when compared before and during the pandemic. Social distancing, excessive search for information about COVID-19, fear of the pandemic, and COVID-19 infection were all factors that contributed to the decline in physical activity during the pandemic. The home office was a protective factor for physical inactivity. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected the pattern of physical activity in the general population, except for those who switched to working from home. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10389-022-01789-x.

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Physical Activity and Its Related Factors during the First COVID-19 Lockdown in Germany

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Physical Activity and Well-Being during the Second COVID19-Related Lockdown in Germany in 2021

Physical Activity and Well-Being during the Second COVID19-Related Lockdown in Germany in 2021

Online Exercise Classes during the COVID-19 Related Lockdown in Germany: Use and Attitudes

Physical activity pattern before and during the COVID-19 pandemic and association with contextual variables of the pandemic in adults and older adults in southern Brazil

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