Self-Perceived Changes in Physical Activity and the Relation to Life Satisfaction and Rated Physical Capacity in Swedish Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic—A Cross Sectional Study

Eek, Frida; Larsson, Caroline; Wisén, Anita; Hansson, Eva Ekvall

doi:10.3390/ijerph18020671

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“…In contrast, findings are less consistent with regard to sex and age. Notwithstanding, interestingly, the reported magnitude of PA reductions here (41% to 42%) and guideline compliance declines (18.5%) was larger than reported from other surveys [16][17][18][19][20].…”

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confidence: 67%

“…To date, the degree to which public life restrictions related to COVID-19 affect PA levels is unknown. Early evidence based on investigations with relatively small sample sizes, however, indicate reductions of PA [16][17][18][19][20]. The present study, therefore, aimed to evaluate changes of self-reported PA in countries with SARS-CoV2 outbreaks on a multinational level.…”

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confidence: 95%

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A Pandemic within the Pandemic? Physical Activity Levels Substantially Decreased in Countries Affected by COVID-19

Wilke

Mohr

Tenforde

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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Governments have restricted public life during the COVID-19 pandemic, inter alia closing sports facilities and gyms. As regular exercise is essential for health, this study examined the effect of pandemic-related confinements on physical activity (PA) levels. A multinational survey was performed in 14 countries. Times spent in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) as well as in vigorous physical activity only (VPA) were assessed using the Nordic Physical Activity Questionnaire (short form). Data were obtained for leisure and occupational PA pre- and during restrictions. Compliance with PA guidelines was calculated based on the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO). In total, n = 13,503 respondents (39 ± 15 years, 59% females) were surveyed. Compared to pre-restrictions, overall self-reported PA declined by 41% (MVPA) and 42.2% (VPA). Reductions were higher for occupational vs. leisure time, young and old vs. middle-aged persons, previously more active vs. less active individuals, but similar between men and women. Compared to pre-pandemic, compliance with WHO guidelines decreased from 80.9% (95% CI: 80.3–81.7) to 62.5% (95% CI: 61.6–63.3). Results suggest PA levels have substantially decreased globally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key stakeholders should consider strategies to mitigate loss in PA in order to preserve health during the pandemic.

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A Pandemic within the Pandemic? Physical Activity Levels Substantially Decreased in Countries Affected by COVID-19

Wilke

Mohr

Tenforde

et al. 2021

IJERPH

171

145

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“…For example, recent work studying youth long-distance runners found that COVID-19 social distancing restrictions impacted training habits (Bazett-Jones et al, 2020 ). Furthermore, recent studies have illustrated that physical activity levels during the COVID-19 global pandemic have decreased (Castañeda-Babarro et al, 2020 ; Gallè et al, 2020 ; Eek et al, 2021 ; Fearnbach et al, 2021 ; Puccinelli et al, 2021 ; Wilke et al, 2021 ). Self-reported moderate physical activity levels have been reported to decrease by 41%, while Eek and colleagues depicted that more than 65% of the participants reported changes in their physical activity (Eek et al, 2021 ; Wilke et al, 2021 ).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Furthermore, recent studies have illustrated that physical activity levels during the COVID-19 global pandemic have decreased (Castañeda-Babarro et al, 2020 ; Gallè et al, 2020 ; Eek et al, 2021 ; Fearnbach et al, 2021 ; Puccinelli et al, 2021 ; Wilke et al, 2021 ). Self-reported moderate physical activity levels have been reported to decrease by 41%, while Eek and colleagues depicted that more than 65% of the participants reported changes in their physical activity (Eek et al, 2021 ; Wilke et al, 2021 ). Such forced changes from a known, habitual lifestyle to novel pandemic restrictions provided a unique scenario to investigate how new environmental, social, and psychological barriers influence running behaviors and RRI risk in a large sample.…”

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confidence: 99%

Changes in Training, Lifestyle, Psychological and Demographic Factors, and Associations With Running-Related Injuries During COVID-19

Holmes

Monaghan

Strunk

et al. 2021

Front. Sports Act. Living

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The primary purpose of this study was to examine how the type and magnitude of changes in running behavior, as a consequence of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, influence running-related injuries. Secondarily, we aimed to examine how lifestyle and psychosocial well-being measures may influence running behavior change. An online survey was advertised to individuals over the age of 18 that currently run or have previously participated in running for exercise. The survey questions examined injury history and new injuries sustained during COVID-19 restrictions, as well as changes related to training behavior changes, training environment changes, social behaviors, and psychosocial well-being. Changes reflected differences in running behaviors prior to COVID-19 restrictions (1 month prior to COVID-19 restrictions being imposed) and during COVID-19 restrictions (May 5 to June 10, 2020). A total of 1,035 runners were included in the analysis. Current injuries sustained during COVID-19 occurred in 9.5% of the runners. Injured runners made a greater number of total changes (p = 0.031) as well as training-related (p = 0.042) and environment-related (p = 0.017) changes compared with uninjured runners. A significant relationship was found between injury and those that reported less time to exercise to changes in work environment (p = 0017). This study highlights the multi-dimensional nature of running-related injuries and the need to consider the interaction of multiple changes in running behavior, rather than isolating single factors. Greater understanding of the underlying causes of running-related injuries can help reduce the risk of future injury.

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“…It has been shown that regular exercise increases the life expectancy and quality of life even in people who did not do regular physical activity until old age. Physical activity levels in the pandemic have decreased significantly due to staying at home and this will cause an increase in the risk of many secondary diseases [41,57,43]. Poor food intake and food insecurity caused mental health to be affected in the elderly and caused the development of depression [47].…”

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The Weak Ring of the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Elderly (A Literature Review)

Omer¹,

Hasan²,

Kübra³

2021

J Geriatr Med Gerontol

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Introduction:The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the social life, mental health and physical performance of the elderly and to compile studies on this subject.Method: A literature review of the studies examining the subjects of the elderly and COVID-19 was conducted. PubMed and Web of Science databases were used for the analysis. The search period was planned to cover the dates 15 March 2020 and 15 February 2021. The PRISMA guideline was conducted 60 out of 463 studies were examined according to the research criteria.Results: 60 of the 463 studies found in accordance with the research criteria were examined and common results were given from these studies. Most of the studies have been conducted via online survey due to COVID-19 measures. There are also studies conducted through telephone surveys and social media. Especially as of the second half of 2020, significant increase in the number of studies determined.Discussion: Due to the fragile nature of the elderly and secondary reasons, COVID-19 infection affected the elderly more severely. In addition to physical effects, there are also social and psychological effects on the elderly. In most countries, elderly people have been forced to either forced or voluntary isolation at home due to restrictions. This not only brought about social and psychological problems, but also caused a change in their physical capacities. The elderly, who have to change their normal lifestyle in an abnormal way, are exposed to the negativity brought about by the pandemic.

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Self-Perceived Changes in Physical Activity and the Relation to Life Satisfaction and Rated Physical Capacity in Swedish Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic—A Cross Sectional Study

Cited by 44 publications

References 33 publications

A Pandemic within the Pandemic? Physical Activity Levels Substantially Decreased in Countries Affected by COVID-19

A Pandemic within the Pandemic? Physical Activity Levels Substantially Decreased in Countries Affected by COVID-19

Changes in Training, Lifestyle, Psychological and Demographic Factors, and Associations With Running-Related Injuries During COVID-19

The Weak Ring of the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Elderly (A Literature Review)

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