Physical Activity Levels of Hong Kong Chinese Children: Relationship with Body Fat

Rowlands, Ann V.; Eston, Roger G.; Louie, Lobo; Ingledew, David K.; Tong, Tom K K; Fu, Frank H K

doi:10.1123/pes.14.3.286

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“…)20(48)[26, 29–32, 35, 38, 40, 41, 45, 46, 49, 51, 52, 54, 55, 61–63, 65] Both (3–18 years. )5(12)[27, 34, 43, 48, 57]Method of PA measurement a Objective measurement of PA9(21) Reported reliability or validity1(2)[25] Mention of original reference3(7)[53, 60, 61] None reported5(12)[35, 48, 56, 58, 59] PA measured by questionnaires35(83) Reported reliability and validity5(12)[28, 33, 35, 40, 56] Reported reliability or validity8(19)[26, 29, 36, 39, 44, 45, 60, 63] Mention of original reference14(33)[27, 31, 32, 34, 37, 41, 42, 46, 47, 50, 52, 54, 62, 65] None reported8(19)[30, 38, 43, 49, 55, 57, 64, 66] a Totals may add up to more than 100%, sinc...…”

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Factors of physical activity among Chinese children and adolescents: a systematic review

Stolk

Sauer

et al. 2017

Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act

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BackgroundLack of physical activity is a growing problem in China, due to the fast economic development and changing living environment over the past two decades. The aim of this review is to summarize the factors related to physical activity in Chinese children and adolescents during this distinct period of development.MethodsA systematic search was finished on Jan 10th, 2017, and identified 2200 hits through PubMed and Web of Science. English-language published studies were included if they reported statistical associations between factors and physical activity. Adapted criteria from the Strengthening The Reporting of OBservational studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) statement and evaluation of the quality of prognosis studies in systematic reviews (QUIPS) were used to assess the risk of bias of the included studies. Related factors that were reported in at least three studies were summarized separately for children and adolescents using a semi-quantitative method.ResultsForty two papers (published 2002–2016) were included. Most designs were cross-sectional (79%), and most studies used questionnaires to assess physical activity. Sample size was above 1000 in 18 papers (43%). Thirty seven studies (88%) showed acceptable quality by methodological quality assessment. Most studies reported a low level of physical activity. Boys were consistently more active than girls, the parental physical activity was positively associated with children and adolescents’ physical activity, children in suburban/rural regions showed less activity than in urban regions, and, specifically in adolescents, self-efficacy was positively associated with physical activity. Family socioeconomic status and parental education were not associated with physical activity in children and adolescents.ConclusionsThe studies included in this review were large but mostly of low quality in terms of study design (cross-sectional) and methods (questionnaires). Parental physical activity and self-efficacy are promising targets for future physical activity promotion programmes. The low level of physical activity raises concern, especially in suburban/rural regions. Future research is required to enhance our understanding of other influences, such as the physical environment, especially in early childhood.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12966-017-0486-y) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

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Factors of physical activity among Chinese children and adolescents: a systematic review

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Sauer

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Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act

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“…Objective measurement instruments such as pedometers and accelerometers, which are unobtrusive and do not rely on participant recall and cognitive ability, are particularly appropriate for the youth. Three local studies used objective measures, including accelerometers, 21 heart rate monitors, 26 and direct observation, 20 to determine the PA levels. However, these studies only focused on a small group of participants (sample size ranged from 36 to 50), and thus, were not representative of the general youth population in Hong Kong.…”

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“…Rowlands et al 21 used a single-axis accelerometer to assess the PA level of 50 children aged 8 to 11 years. Data showed that the mean daily overall activity counts were 299 384, and no difference between genders 21. Research from western countries using the same measuring instruments reported a similar PA level (280 350 counts per day) of children aged about 9 years 31.…”

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Physical Activity Research in Hong Kong From 1987 to 2012

Huang

Wong

2013

Asia Pac J Public Health

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A comprehensive understanding of research on the physical activity (PA) of Hong Kong youth is necessary to develop specific and effective intervention strategies. This review summarizes existing evidence in studies on PA among the Hong Kong youth. An electronic literature search was conducted using MEDLINE, SPORTDiscus, ERIC, and HighWire database. Forty-five studies published from 1987 to 2012 were included in this review. The findings are presented in five categories, namely, health benefits of PA, participation in PA, assessment of PA, correlates of PA, and interventions to promote PA. The results indicate that PA among the youth in Hong Kong has attracted concern in the past decade. Specifically, extensive studies focused on the areas of health benefits of PA, participation in PA, and correlates of PA. Research into context-specific correlates of PA and tailored PA promotion programs for the Hong Kong youth is warranted in the future.

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“…Only one study displayed separate data for boys and girls, indicating that females are less active 12. Eight studies used objective measures to obtain PA data of school-age children and adolescents with six studies using an accelerometer 10,26,32,35,43,56. Chia 42 utilized heart-rate measurements and a survey, whereas Corder et al26 used the DLW method, accelerometry,…”

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Review of Physical Activity Prevalence of Asian School-Age Children and Adolescents

Müller

Khoo

Lambert

2013

Asia Pac J Public Health

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Overweight and obese populations in Asia are high and increasing rapidly. Physical activity prevalence studies have found low physical activity rates among Asian school-age children and adolescents. The purpose of this review is to establish a baseline for physical activity rates in Asian school-age children and adolescents and serve as a platform for additional research. Thirty articles published between 2000 and 2011 on physical activity prevalence of school-age children and adolescents were included in the review. Fourteen studies were conducted in East Asia, 10 in Southeast Asia, 2 in South Asia, and 2 in West Asia. Studies used subjective methods (questionnaires or diaries) and objective methods (accelerometers or heart rate monitors). Although nearly all studies found low physical activity levels, it was not possible to provide an accurate picture due to an absence of standardized, reliable, and economically viable measurement tools.

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Physical Activity Levels of Hong Kong Chinese Children: Relationship with Body Fat

Cited by 10 publications

References 23 publications

Factors of physical activity among Chinese children and adolescents: a systematic review

Factors of physical activity among Chinese children and adolescents: a systematic review

Physical Activity Research in Hong Kong From 1987 to 2012

Review of Physical Activity Prevalence of Asian School-Age Children and Adolescents

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