New global physical activity guidelines for a more active and healthier world: the WHO Regional Offices perspective

Hämäläinen, Riitta-Maija; Breda, João; Gomes, Fábio da Silva; Gongal, Gyanendra; Khan, Wasiq; Mendes, Romeu; Nederveen, Leo; Ramanandraibe, Nivo; Sako, Binta; Whiting, Stephen

doi:10.1136/bjsports-2020-103531

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“…Even though evidence for the effectiveness and the various health benefits of physical activity (PA) exists, about one third of the world’s population does not achieve health-oriented PA recommendations [ 2 ]. To address this problem the WHO introduced the Global Action Plan on Physical Activity (GAPPA) 2018–2030 with the aim to reduce the prevalence of physical inactivity by 15% by 2030 [ 3 ]. Still, the proportion of insufficiently active people in Europe has increased in recent years.…”

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Proof of Concept of a 6-Month Person-Oriented Exercise Intervention ‘MultiPill-Exercise’ among Patients at Risk of or with Multiple Chronic Diseases: Results of a One-Group Pilot Trial

Schweda¹,

Munz²,

Burgstahler³

et al. 2022

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Physical exercise has been shown to be effective in the treatment of non-communicable chronic diseases. However, patients with multiple chronic diseases (multimorbidity) have received little attention in health policy. This pilot trial served as a proof of concept of a 6-months person-oriented exercise intervention for people at risk of or with diagnosed cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus type 2, overweight and/or hip/knee osteoarthritis, regarding effects on health outcomes as well as adherence and safety. The intervention (‘MultiPill-Exercise’) was designed to promote physical exercise participation, considering an individual perspective by addressing personal and environmental factors. Outcomes were assessed at baseline (t0) and after three- (t3) and six-months (t6). The primary outcome was self-reported physical exercise participation in minutes/week comparing t3 and t6 vs. t0. Secondary outcomes included cardio-respiratory fitness (maximum oxygen uptake VO2peak during incremental cycling ergometry), isometric peak torque of knee extensors and flexors, health-related quality of life (Veterans Rand 12 with its subscales of perceived general health (GH), mental health (MCS), and physical health (PCS)) and blood levels. Adherence to exercise (% of attended sessions during the first 12-weeks of the intervention) and adverse events were monitored as well. Data were analyzed using a non-parametric procedure for longitudinal data, estimating rank means (MRank) and relative treatment effects (RTE) as well as linear-mixed effect models for parametric data. The primary endpoint of physical exercise participation was significantly higher at t3 and t6 compared to baseline (t3 vs. t0: MRank = 77.1, p < 0.001, RTE: 0.66; t6 vs. t0: MRank = 70.6, p < 0.001, RTE = 0.60). Improvements at both follow-up time points compared to t0 were also found for relative VO2peak (t3 vs. t0 = 2.6 mL/kg/min, p < 0.001; t6 vs. t0 = 2.0 mL/kg/min, p = 0.001), strength of knee extensors (t3 vs. t0 = 11.7 Nm, p = 0.007; t6 vs. t0= 18.1 Nm, p < 0.001) and GH (t3 vs. t0 = 16.2, p = 0.003; t6 vs. t0 = 13.4, p = 0.008). No changes were found for MCS, PCS and for blood levels. Overall exercise adherence was 77%. No serious adverse events were recorded. Results of this pilot trial represent a first proof of concept for the intervention ‘MultiPill-Exercise’ that will now be implemented and evaluated in a real-world health care setting.

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Proof of Concept of a 6-Month Person-Oriented Exercise Intervention ‘MultiPill-Exercise’ among Patients at Risk of or with Multiple Chronic Diseases: Results of a One-Group Pilot Trial

Schweda¹,

Munz²,

Burgstahler³

et al. 2022

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“…Also, ethnicity, gender, and age may vary regarding SRH [ 44 ]. Associations between higher self-rated health and physical activity among older adults is clear [ 45 , 46 ]. New data support that there might be an association between hip fracture and SRH [ 12 ].…”

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Changes in physical activity levels and relationship to balance performance, gait speed, and self-rated health in older Swedish women: a longitudinal study

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Background and aim Physical activity levels in older people often decrease and may mean impaired physical functioning leading to an increased fall risk. The aim of this study was to investigate self-reported change in physical activity dose and deterioration in balance performance, gait speed, and self-rated health (SRH) in older women between two time points in a follow-up study. Methods A cohort of community-living women, aged 69–79 years (n = 351) were evaluated by questionnaire and clinical tests on balance, gait speed, and SRH at baseline. One hundred and eighty-six women were followed-up by these tests 8.5 years after inclusion. The non-parametric Wilcoxon signed-rank test and Mann–Whitney U test were used for the analysis. Results The greatest changes were seen in one-leg standing time (OLST) with eyes closed (− 60%) and eyes open (− 42%). The population was divided into high exercise (HE, n = 49) and low exercise (LE, n = 51) groups. At baseline the HE group had an OLST of 19 s with eyes open and 3 s with eyes closed. In the LE group, these values were 7.3 s and 2 s. At follow-up, differences between HE and LE concerning tandem walk forwards (steps) (HE = 8.5; LE = 2.5) and backwards (HE = 11; LE = 3.5) emerged. The HE group estimated SRH (VAS-scale) 30 mm higher at baseline and 17 mm higher at follow-up than the LE group. Conclusion Greater physical activity seems to be an important predictor for maintaining physical function and SRH in older women.

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“…The WHO also recognizes that broader and more inclusive initiatives are needed to increase proper access to PA and reduce sedentary time, addressing internal and external barriers, regardless of cultural background, education level, gender, age, socioeconomic conditions, and health status, while promoting sustainable development (145,154).…”

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“…Accordingly, the updated global guidelines have acknowledged the relevance of this theme, and the new document addresses both PA and sedentary behavior in several sections as well as in the title of the document: WHO Guidelines on PA and Sedentary Behavior ( 43 ). The WHO also recognizes that broader and more inclusive initiatives are needed to increase proper access to PA and reduce sedentary time, addressing internal and external barriers, regardless of cultural background, education level, gender, age, socioeconomic conditions, and health status, while promoting sustainable development ( 145 , 154 ).…”

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A Critical Review on New Approaches for Chronic Disease Prevention in Brazil and Canada: From Wholistic Dietary Guidelines to Physical Activity Security

Schwartz

Perotto

et al. 2021

Front. Cardiovasc. Med.

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In light of new evidence on the prevention of chronic diseases and the elevated rates of overweight and obesity in Brazil and Canada, this critical review aims to interpret and synthesize current aspects regarding dietary and physical activity initiatives in both countries and make future recommendations. The pioneering work presented in the last Brazilian dietary guidelines has been called a model that can be applied globally, given its conceptualization of healthy eating that translates easily to practical guidance. The new Canadian Food Guide has incorporated similar aspects, also putting the country as a leader in dietary guidance. With these new recommendations, citizens in both Brazil and Canada have access to impactful evidence-informed nutritional guidelines. Both documents propose eating patterns that focus not only on health benefits, such as chronic disease prevention, but also incorporate well-being concerning cultural, economic, sociodemographic, biological, and ecological dimensions. A similar approach is required for physical activity to allow individuals to have attainable health and life goals and thereby fully enjoy their lives, regardless of geographical location, health status, and socioeconomic condition, a concept recently described as physical activity security. The wholistic dietary guidelines from both countries represent a change in paradigm in public health. Likewise, national evidence-based policies are warranted to reduce disparities in physical activity, allowing healthier and more active lifestyles for everyone.

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New global physical activity guidelines for a more active and healthier world: the WHO Regional Offices perspective

Cited by 15 publications

References 7 publications

Proof of Concept of a 6-Month Person-Oriented Exercise Intervention ‘MultiPill-Exercise’ among Patients at Risk of or with Multiple Chronic Diseases: Results of a One-Group Pilot Trial

Proof of Concept of a 6-Month Person-Oriented Exercise Intervention ‘MultiPill-Exercise’ among Patients at Risk of or with Multiple Chronic Diseases: Results of a One-Group Pilot Trial

Changes in physical activity levels and relationship to balance performance, gait speed, and self-rated health in older Swedish women: a longitudinal study

A Critical Review on New Approaches for Chronic Disease Prevention in Brazil and Canada: From Wholistic Dietary Guidelines to Physical Activity Security

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