The role of physical activity on mental health and quality of life during COVID-19 outbreak: A cross-sectional study

Özdemir, Filiz; Cansel, Neslihan; Kızılay, Fatma; Güldoğan, Emek; Ucuz, İ̇̇lknur; Sinanoglu, Bercem; Çolak, Cemil; Cumurcu, Hatice Birgül

doi:10.1016/j.eujim.2020.101248

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“…But also recently conducted studies reported relations with PMH and NMH with reference to the COVID-19 situation. Across different countries, physical activity was positively related to different forms of well-being and quality of life (Faulkner et al, 2021 ; Lesser & Nienhuis, 2020 ; Ozdemir et al, 2020 ) as well as negatively linked to depression, anxiety, and stress (Jacob et al, 2020 ; Li et al, 2021 ; Xiang et al, 2020 ). Furthermore, it has been shown that physical activity can contribute to less psychological burden and a more adaptive response to the current COVID-19 situation (Brailovskaia et al, 2021 ).…”

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It’s all about control: Sense of control mediates the relationship between physical activity and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany

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COVID-19-related burden has a significant impact on mental health and has led to an increase of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms. Physical activity has been suggested to mitigate the negative effects of the pandemic and to foster mental health. The present study aimed to investigate, whether sense of control might mediate the supposed beneficial effects of physical activity on positive (PMH) and negative mental health (NMH) in unpredictable extraordinary situations. Data were assessed in a sample of 568 students (Mage = 19.90, SDage = 4.52) from Germany via an online survey in fall 2020. Mediation analyses revealed that sense of control mediated the relation between physical activity and PMH as well as depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms, respectively. The findings indicate that physical activity may be a promising strategy for fostering sense of control and thus mental health. Due to its practical implications and practicability, engagement in physical activity could be an effective way to reduce the NMH consequences of the current COVID-19 situation, and therefore should be addressed in actions for long-term prevention and intervention.

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It’s all about control: Sense of control mediates the relationship between physical activity and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany

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“…Multiple variables associated with general health present as factors that positively or negatively influenced PA and sedentary time/behaviour. Lower perceived overall general or physical health has been related with being significantly less active [63,65,69]. More specifically, negative associations were identified between PA and body mass [66,69], physical and general fatigue [24], sleep quality [40,80], and having a chronic or high-risk health condition [36,43,69,70], whilst not meeting guidelines for light-intensity PA [26] and spending less time per week being physically active [72] were linked with body mass index (BMI).…”

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Moving Forward: Understanding Correlates of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour during COVID-19—An Integrative Review and Socioecological Approach

Knight

McNarry

Sheeran

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Population-level physical activity (PA) and sedentary time/behaviour estimates represent a significant public health issue exacerbated by restrictions enforced to control COVID-19. This integrative review interrogated available literature to explore the pandemic’s impact on correlates of such behaviours in adults (≥18 years). Five electronic databases were systematically searched in January 2021. Data extracted from 64 articles were assessed for risk-of-bias using the Mixed Methods Assessment Tool, with correlates identified, coded, and themed via thematic analysis. A socioecological model of during-pandemic PA was conceptualized and mapped to the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation, and Behaviour (COM-B) model of behaviour change mechanisms, which illustrates influences over five levels: Individual (biological)—general health; Individual (psychological)—mental health, cognition, motivation, and behaviour; Social—domestic situation, sociodemographic factors, support, and lifestyle choices; Environmental—resources and area of residence; and Policy—COVID-19-related rules. For sedentary time/behaviour, individual level factors, namely general and mental health, may be important correlates. Neither age or sex were clearly correlated with either behaviour. As we transition into a new normal, understanding which behaviour mechanisms could effectively challenge physical inactivity is essential. Targeting capability on a psychological level may facilitate PA and limit sedentary time/behaviour, whereas, on a physical level, maximizing PA opportunities could be crucial.

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“…This was confirmed in a sample of Italian citizens in a study during April 2020 (Maugeri et al., 2020 ). Also, from a study in Turkey, which started 8 weeks after the first case was mentioned in Turkey, it was concluded that physical activity should be included in guidelines as an integrative approach to pandemic management (Ozdemir et al., 2020 ).…”

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Well-being and its relationship with sports and physical activity of students during the coronavirus pandemic

Pietsch

Linder

Jansen

2021

Ger J Exerc Sport Res

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The main goal of this correlational study is to examine the changes in the amount and type of physical activity of students of various study programs during the coronavirus pandemic. Furthermore, the motives for these changes as well as their relationship with general well-being are investigated. Therefore, 243 students (sport science, humanities, natural sciences) answered questions concerning (a) the amount and type of their physical activity before and during the pandemic, (b) their well-being and (c) their optimism/pessimism. The main result of the study is that the type and the motives for sports and physical activity changed for the study participants during the coronavirus pandemic: Team sports and swimming decreased, while individual sports and physical activity not associated with a sports club/business and with digital media increased. In this study the difference in sports and physical activity seemed to be related to well-being, especially for the students of sport science and humanities. To conclude the study indicated that a change occurred in the type of sports and physical activity as well as change in the motives for physical exercise in students during the pandemic.

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The role of physical activity on mental health and quality of life during COVID-19 outbreak: A cross-sectional study

Cited by 41 publications

References 37 publications

It’s all about control: Sense of control mediates the relationship between physical activity and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany

It’s all about control: Sense of control mediates the relationship between physical activity and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany

Moving Forward: Understanding Correlates of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour during COVID-19—An Integrative Review and Socioecological Approach

Well-being and its relationship with sports and physical activity of students during the coronavirus pandemic

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