A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventions that target the intersection of body image and movement among girls and women

Matheson, Emily L.; Schneider, Jekaterina; Gentili, Caterina; Tinoco, Aline; Silva-Breen, Hannah; White, Paul; LaVoi, Nicole M.; Diedrichs, Phillippa C.

doi:10.1080/1750984x.2023.2258379

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“…Only a small number of studies have shown the mechanisms through which changes in positive body image occur ( Halliwell et al, 2019 ; Alleva et al, 2020 ; Matheson et al, 2023 ) and the present study contributes to this knowledge. In line with DTE, we found that changes in body appreciation transpired via the changes in the mind–body connection in both groups.…”

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“…Measuring the stability of changes would be important to understanding the potentially long-lasting effects of NF or FT. Previous studies showed a low sustainability of changes in women and girls after exercise interventions ( Matheson et al, 2023 ). Thus, future studies are recommended to continue this type of research.…”

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confidence: 96%

“…A recent systematic review concluded, that various strategies including exercise-related interventions targeting multiple components of positive body image can effectively promote positive body image in adults ( Guest et al, 2019 ). However, a recent meta-analysis that targeted the intersection of body image and movement among girls and women indicated that these interventions produce small improvements in body image at post-tests, but not at follow-up ( Matheson et al, 2023 ). Thus, it is important to continue this work.…”

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“…However, the positive body image concept is much more complex ( Tylka and Wood-Barcalow, 2015b ; Swami et al, 2023 ). Testing the effect of various types of PAs on positive body image would provide empirical knowledge about the possibilities of using PA on sustainable body image changes that might positively impact the health-related behaviour and wellness of young women ( Matheson et al, 2023 ). Very few studies have tested the effects of exercise programmes with different characteristics (different exercise types) on body image change ( Martin et al, 2018 ) and only a few identified the mechanisms through which changes in body image or its correlates would occur ( Cox et al, 2016a ; Alleva et al, 2020 ).…”

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“…Very few studies have tested the effects of exercise programmes with different characteristics (different exercise types) on body image change ( Martin et al, 2018 ) and only a few identified the mechanisms through which changes in body image or its correlates would occur ( Cox et al, 2016a ; Alleva et al, 2020 ). Recent systematic reviews and meta-analyses of interventions targeting the intersection of movement and body image in girls and women recommended approaching body image from a modern, holistic, and multifaceted perspective and using theoretical frameworks to inform and describe how this approach will lead to sustainable changes in girls‘and women‘s body image and movement experiences ( Matheson et al, 2023 ).…”

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The effects of Nirvana fitness and functional training on the body appreciation of young women: non-randomized controlled trial

Jankauskiene,

Balciuniene,

Rutkauskaite

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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IntroductionExercise is an important intervention used to improve body image. The present non-randomized controlled trial aimed to examine the effects of Nirvana Fitness (NF) and functional training (FT) on body appreciation and its correlates in young women.MethodsTwenty-two students participated in FT, 21 in NF, and 47 in the control (CN) group. The mean age of the study participants was 22.79 ± 6.14 years. The FT and NF groups participated in sessions 2 days per week for 8 weeks, and the CN group did not participate in any sessions. All the participants were evaluated at pre- and post-intervention, filling in the Body Appreciation Scale 2 (BAS-2), Mind–Body Connection from the Physical Activity Body Experiences Questionnaire (PABEQ), Body Surveillance from the Objectified Body Consciousness Scale (OBCS), the Functionality Appreciation Scale (FAS), intrinsic exercise motivation from Behavioral Regulation in Exercise Questionnaire 2 (BREQ-2), and perceived physical fitness.ResultsSignificant improvements were found in terms of all outcome measures in the FT group, and improvements of body and mind connection and body surveillance in the NF group, while no improvements were observed in the CN group. FT’s effect on body appreciation appeared to operate through the improvement of the mind–body connection in the FT and NF groups and via decreased body surveillance in the FT group.ConclusionThese findings support the developmental theory of embodiment and provide initial evidence that professionally delivered FT and NF might be used as effective strategies for the promotion of positive body image in young women.

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confidence: 52%

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confidence: 96%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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The effects of Nirvana fitness and functional training on the body appreciation of young women: non-randomized controlled trial

Jankauskiene,

Balciuniene,

Rutkauskaite

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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The effectiveness of interventions that support women, girls, and people who menstruate to participate in physical activity: a rapid overview of reviews

Csontos,

Brown,

Edwards

et al. 2024

Preprint

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Background Adults (age 18–64 years) are recommended 150–300 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous or 75–150 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity per week. Irrespective, the number of women not meeting recommended physical activity is 5% higher than men globally. Women, girls and people who menstruate face multiple barriers to participating in physical activity, including gender bias, low perceived exercise competence, and insufficient support from peers and/or family. Moreover, menstruation is often reported as a barrier. Numerous interventions have been proposed to increase physical activity participation of women and girls, while little is known about interventions for people who menstruate. Therefore, the aim of this rapid overview of reviews was to investigate the effectiveness of interventions that support women, girls, and people who menstruate to participate in physical activity. Additionally, this review examined whether any of these interventions incorporated managing physical activity participation throughout the menstrual cycle. Methods Bibliographic databases (MEDLINE, Emcare, and AMED on OVID platform; CINAHL and SPORTDiscus on EBSCO; Epistemonikos, and Cochrane Database) and grey literature were searched in March 2024. Title/abstract screening was conducted by one reviewer and 20% of records checked by a second. Full-texts screening was performed by two reviewers. Data extraction and critical appraisal (using JBI systematic review checklist) were conducted by one reviewer with another checking accuracy. Findings were summarised narratively. Results Fifteen systematic reviews across 16 reports (published between 2008–2024) met the inclusion criteria. The population included young and adolescent girls (n = 9), adult women (n = 3), mothers and daughters (n = 2), and mixed population (n = 1). A wide range of interventions were identified which were educational, environmental or multicomponent. None of the included systematic reviews described interventions focusing on managing physical activity participation throughout the menstrual cycle. Most reviews found mixed effectiveness in increasing physical activity participation, leading to inconclusive results. Conclusion There is a need for further research to better support women, girls, and people who menstruate to participate in physical activity, with particular focus on addressing barriers related to the menstrual cycle. The findings can inform workplace, educational and other relevant physical activity recommendations for women, girls and people who menstruate.

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Analysis of Factors Contributing to State Body Appreciation during Exercise

Baceviciene,

Bliujute,

Jankauskiene

2024

Behavioral Sciences

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This cross-sectional study aimed to analyse the factors contributing to state body appreciation (SBA) during exercise. After providing their informed consent, 200 study participants (mean age 30.0 ± 9.4 years, 72.0% were men) filled in an online questionnaire immediately after the completion of resistance training (n = 125), cardiovascular exercise (n = 55), or functional/interval group exercise (n = 20) sessions. The study measures included socio-demographic variables, body mass index (BMI), the duration of involvement in sports, SBA, state body surveillance (SBS), state mindfulness in physical activity, state intrinsic exercise regulation, and perceived pleasantness during exercise. The results showed that exercisers involved in sports for >2 years and those whose body weight was within a healthy range (<25.0 kg/m2) demonstrated higher SBA and mindfulness during exercise, lower SBS, more intrinsic exercise regulation, and higher satisfaction during physical activity compared to exercisers with less exercise experience (≤2 years) and a body weight higher than a healthy range (≥25.0 kg/m2). The negative effects of being overweight or obese were more pronounced in individuals with ≤2 years of sports participation, except regarding body surveillance and monitoring the mind. The factors significantly contributing to SBA during the exercise sessions were a longer duration of involvement in sports, a lower BMI and SBS, and greater mindful body acceptance and exercise pleasantness. Decreasing SBS and enhancing mindful body acceptance, pleasantness, and intrinsic motivation during exercise might significantly contribute to SBA in physical activity. These results can inform physical-activity-based programmes aiming to promote a positive body image. Also, these results show that it is important to increase education and develop competencies for fitness coaches to create inclusive and positive-body-image-promoting sports environments.

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A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventions that target the intersection of body image and movement among girls and women

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References 85 publications

The effects of Nirvana fitness and functional training on the body appreciation of young women: non-randomized controlled trial

The effects of Nirvana fitness and functional training on the body appreciation of young women: non-randomized controlled trial

The effectiveness of interventions that support women, girls, and people who menstruate to participate in physical activity: a rapid overview of reviews

Analysis of Factors Contributing to State Body Appreciation during Exercise

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