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

Wilke, Jan; Mohr, Lisa; Tenforde, Adam S.; Édouard, Pascal; Fossati, C; González‐Gross, Marcela; Ramírez, Celso Sánchez; Laíño, Fernando; Tan, Benedict; Pillay, Julian David; Pigozzi, Fabio; Jiménez-Pavón, David; Novak, Bernhard; Jaunig, Johannes; Zhang, Mandy; Poppel, Mireille van; Heidt, Christoph; Willwacher, Steffen; Yuki, Gustavo; Lieberman, Daniel E.; Vogt, Lutz; Verhagen, Evert; Hespanhol, Luiz; Hollander, Karsten

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“…These data are, generally speaking, in line with other studies conducted in Italy and other countries. However, it has to be noted that direct comparison is limited by methodological differences, such as different study populations, instruments, and definitions of sufficient PA used and statistical analyses applied [ 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 , 30 ].…”

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“…Bourdas and Zacharakis found an overall 16.3% reduction in PA in a large sample (n = 8495) of Greeks, with the most pronounced reductions in previously highly active respondents [ 30 ]. Based on the multi-country survey, Wilke et al also reported substantial reductions in PA levels, with the higher reductions in previously (highly) active participants [ 24 ].…”

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“…As such, muscle-strengthening activities are now part of PA recommendations worldwide [ 16 , 43 ]. Nonetheless, (scientific) focus still tends to be on aerobic activities, which is also reflected in the fact that many studies on lockdown-related PA did not explicitly assess muscle-strengthening activities, and equated compliance or non-compliance with guidelines with performing or failing to perform only the required amount of aerobic activity [ 24 , 28 ]. It is plausible that without fitness studios, many people found it challenging to perform muscle-strengthening activities.…”

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Physical Activity during the First COVID-19-Related Lockdown in Italy

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The spread of the COVID-19 virus was met by a strict lockdown in many countries around the world, with the closure of all physical activity (PA) facilities and limitations on moving around freely. The aim of the present online survey was to assess the effect of lockdown on physical activity in Italy. Physical activity was assessed using the European Health Interview Survey questionnaire. A total of 1500 datasets were analyzed. Differences between conditions were tested with a chi²-based (Χ2) test for categorical variables, and with the Student’s t-test for paired data. A fixed effects binary logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify relevant predictor variables to explain the compliance with World Health Organisation (WHO) recommendations. We found a substantial decline in all physical activity measures. Mean differences in walking and cycling metabolic equivalent of task minutes per week (METmin/week), respectively, were 344.4 (95% confidence interval (95% CI): 306.6–382.2; p < 0.001) and 148.5 (95% CI: 123.6–173.5; p < 0.001). Time spent in leisure time decreased from 160.8 to 112.6 min/week (mean difference 48.2; 95% CI: 40.4–56.0; p < 0.001). Compliance with WHO recommendations decreased from 34.9% to 24.6% (chi2 (1, 3000) = 38.306, p < 0.001, V = 0.11). Logistic regression showed a reduced chance (OR 0.640, 95% CI: 0.484–0.845; p = 0.001) to comply with WHO PA recommendations under lockdown conditions. Measures to promote physical activity should be intensified to limit detrimental health effects.

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“…This particularly applied to women whose odds of being interested were 1.7 times higher than those of men. On the whole, our data suggest that tele-health interventions could be well received, thereby helping to stem any reduced PA during confinements [ 3 ]. Reports from China indicate that public life restrictions caused considerable increases in anxiety and depression [ 15 ].…”

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“…However, controlling the contagion by means of lockdowns could have negative implications for health. A recent population-based survey recruiting 13,503 participants from five continents revealed a 41% decline in physical activity (PA) compared to pre-restrictions [ 3 ]. On the basis of data collected in China, it was estimated that the portion of insufficiently active individuals in China tripled during the early phase of the pandemic [ 4 ].…”

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Restrictercise! Preferences Regarding Digital Home Training Programs during Confinements Associated with the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Confinement measures during the COVID-19 pandemic have caused substantial reductions in global physical activity (PA) levels. In view of the manifold health benefits of PA, the development of interventions counteracting this trend is paramount. Our survey with 15,261 participants (38 ± 15 years, 58.5% females) examined preferences towards digital home exercise programs in 14 countries affected by COVID-19. More than two-thirds of the sample (68.4%, n = 10,433) indicated being interested in home exercise, and most participants were willing to work out at least three times per week (89.3%, n = 9328). Binary logistic regression revealed that female sex, working part-time, younger age, and being registered in a gym were associated with willingness to exercise. Flexibility (71.1%, n = 7377), resistance (68.6%, n = 7116), and endurance training (62.4%, n = 6478) were the most preferred types of exercise. Our results may guide health providers in developing individually tailored PA interventions during the current and future pandemics.

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Einfluss der Kontaktbeschränkungen gegen SARS-CoV-2 auf die körperliche Aktivität von Beschäftigten des öffentlichen Dienstes

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Zusammenfassung Zielstellung Erste Ergebnisse aus Aktivitätsbefragungen deuten darauf hin, dass sich die sportliche Aktivität innerhalb der Kontaktbeschränkungen zur Eindämmung des Coronavirus im Frühjahr 2020 verringert haben könnte. Die Coronavirus-Pandemie stellt im Besonderen die Beschäftigten im Gesundheitswesen vor große Herausforderungen. Daher soll untersucht werden, ob die Maßnahmen zur Pandemieeingrenzung einen Einfluss auf das Aktivitätsverhalten von Beschäftigten im öffentlichen Dienst haben. Methode Mit einer retrospektiven Querschnittserhebung wurde das Aktivitätsverhalten in drei Einrichtungen des öffentlichen Dienstes vor und während der Maßnahmen gegen das Coronavirus im April 2020 mit einer Onlineversion des Freiburger Aktivitätsfragebogens erhoben. Mittels Wilcoxon-Tests bei verbundenen Stichproben mit einem Signifikanzniveau von p < 0,05 wurde das Aktivitätsverhalten auf Unterschiede vor gegenüber während den Kontaktbeschränkungen in Minuten/Woche und MET-Min/Woche untersucht. Ergebnisse An der Befragung haben n = 1797 Beschäftigte (36,0 % männlich, 63,9 % weiblich und 0,1 % divers) teilgenommen. Für die Sportaktivität konnte ein relevanter (p < 0,05) Unterschied in den Medianen (Mdn) der Aktivitäten pro Woche vor (Mdn = 180 min) und während (Mdn = 120 min) der geltenden Kontaktbeschränkungen gemessen werden. Auch der Energieverbrauch durch Aktivität sank innerhalb der Kontaktbeschränkungen. Schlussfolgerung Die Maßnahmen zur Pandemieeingrenzung haben zu einer Reduzierung des Aktivitätsverhaltens geführt. Insbesondere treiben weniger Beschäftigte Sport. Dies könnte in Zusammenhang mit der Schließung von Fitnessstudios stehen, da diese Aktivitäten besonders reduziert wurden. Die reduzierte Aktivität kann zu ungünstigen individuellen Risikoprofilen führen, die es in der Folge zu kompensieren gilt.

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

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Physical Activity during the First COVID-19-Related Lockdown in Italy

Physical Activity during the First COVID-19-Related Lockdown in Italy

Restrictercise! Preferences Regarding Digital Home Training Programs during Confinements Associated with the COVID-19 Pandemic

Einfluss der Kontaktbeschränkungen gegen SARS-CoV-2 auf die körperliche Aktivität von Beschäftigten des öffentlichen Dienstes

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