Prevalence and correlates of physical activity in a sample of UK adults observing social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic

Smith, Lee; Jacob, Louis; Butler, Laurie; Schuch, Felipe Barreto; Barnett, Yvonne; Grabovac, Igor; Veronese, Nicola; Caperchione, Cristina M.; López‐Sánchez, Guillermo F.; Meyer, Jacob D.; Abufaraj, Mohammad; Yakkundi, Anita; Armstrong, Nicola C.; Tully, Mark A.

doi:10.1136/bmjsem-2020-000850

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“…As many other opportunities for physical activity were also curtailed during lockdown (e.g., sport and gyms for people and sporting activities for dogs) the impact on physical wellbeing for both species were likely to have been substantially affected. The potential for a decrease in physical activity (PA) amongst people during the COVID-19 pandemic has been recognised [ 30 ] and advice published regarding how best to achieve recommended levels of PA during these unprecedented times [ 31 , 32 , 33 ]. Similarly, for dogs, the physical health benefits of walking are well recognised, for example to reduce the risk of obesity [ 34 , 35 ].…”

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Impact of the First COVID-19 Lockdown on Management of Pet Dogs in the UK

Christley

Murray

Anderson

et al. 2020

Animals

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Initial COVID-19 lockdown restrictions in the United Kingdom (23 March–12 May 2020) prompted lifestyle changes for many people. We explored the impact of this lockdown phase on pet dogs using an online survey completed by 6004 dog owners, who provided information including dog management data for the 7 days prior to survey completion (4–12 May 2020), and for February 2020 (pre-lockdown). We explored associations between potential predictors and four outcomes relating to changes pre-/during lockdown (reduction in number and duration of walks; increased frequency of play/training, and provision of toys). Most owners (79.5%) reported their dog’s routine had changed compared to pre-lockdown. There was a four-fold increase in the proportion not left alone for >5 min on any day during a weekly period (14.6% pre-lockdown, 58.0% during lockdown), with the proportion being left for ≥3 h at a time decreasing from 48.5% to 5.4%. Dogs were walked less often and for less time daily during lockdown, with factors related to the dog, owner, household, and home location associated with changes to walking practices. Many dogs had more play/training sessions and were given toys more frequently during lockdown. Decreased walk duration was associated with increased odds of play/training opportunities and toy provision. These changes to dog management have the potential for immediate and longer-term welfare problems.

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Impact of the First COVID-19 Lockdown on Management of Pet Dogs in the UK

Christley

Murray

Anderson

et al. 2020

Animals

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“…Time spent in MVPA was assessed by two questions, as used in a previous study ( Smith et al., 2020 ) : 1) “How much time on an average day have you spent in vigorous physical activity since self-isolating?”; and 2) “How much time on an average day have you spent in moderate physical activity since self-isolating?”. For the logistic models, MVPA and MPA were dichotomized into 1=<30 min per day, or 2=≥30 min/day, and VPA was dichotomized into 1=<15 min/day, or 2=≥15 min of VPA/day.…”

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“…On the other hand, sedentary behavior (SB) is associated with depressive ( Hallgren et al., 2020 ; Zhai et al., 2015 ) and anxiety symptoms ( Teychenne et al., 2015 ). However, it is seen that during self-isolation, physical activity levels decreases ( Ammar et al., 2020 ; Lesser and Nienhuis, 2020 ; Meyer et al., 2020 ; Rogers et al., 2020 ; Smith et al., 2020 ; Stanton et al., 2020 ) while time spent in SB increases ( Meyer et al., 2020 ; Qin et al., 2020 ; Rogers et al., 2020 ; Stanton et al., 2020 ).…”

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Associations of moderate to vigorous physical activity and sedentary behavior with depressive and anxiety symptoms in self-isolating people during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional survey in Brazil

Schuch

Bulzing

Meyer

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Highlights Nearly half of the participants spent more than 30 min per day in moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA). One-third of the participants spent more than 10 h per day sitting. Those reporting over 30 min of MVPA/day were less likely to present depressive, anxiety, or co-occurring depressive and anxiety symptoms. Those reporting over 10 h sitting/day were more likely to present depressive symptoms.

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“…A recent study among adults in the UK showed limited physical activity experienced during the application of COVID-19 related social distancing measures. 14 Another study from Brazil showed reduced moderate to vigorous physical activity and increased SB during the application of COVID-19 related social distancing measures. 15 Such changes in lifestyle during the COVID-19 crisis might have long-term effects on health, subsequently the body response to infections.…”

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<p>Changes in Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Amid Confinement: The BKSQ-COVID-19 Project</p>

Alomari¹,

Khabour²,

Alzoubi³

2020

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Background: Coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) has compelled implementing confinement measure across the globe. These measures can potentially lead to many changes in lifestyle. However, no studies examined the effect of COVID-19-induced confinement on physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior (SB). Methods: During April and May of 2020, the current study surveyed changes in PA and SB induced by COVID-19 confinement. Results: The participants of the study were 1844. Among the participants who were regularly involved in PA, the majority (41.8-42.2%) of the participants reported a "decrease" (p<0.05) in walking, jogging, and sports while the majority (46.3-53.1%) reported a "no change" (p<0.05) in swimming, cycling, and weight lifting. With regard to the SB, most of the participants reported an "increase" in watching TV (72.3%), using electronics (82.7%), and logging to social media (81.9%). Additionally, gender, job type, obesity, and being worried to contract the disease were associated (p<0.05) with changes in PA. On the other hand, age, gender, obesity, job type and income were related (p<0.05) to changes in SB. Conclusion: Results of the current study might enhance knowledge about the impact of COVID-19 on lifestyle, particularly PA and SB. Subsequently, it can also be used to establish strategies to enhance engagement in activities during the current and future pandemics.

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Prevalence and correlates of physical activity in a sample of UK adults observing social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic

Cited by 92 publications

References 12 publications

Impact of the First COVID-19 Lockdown on Management of Pet Dogs in the UK

Impact of the First COVID-19 Lockdown on Management of Pet Dogs in the UK

Associations of moderate to vigorous physical activity and sedentary behavior with depressive and anxiety symptoms in self-isolating people during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional survey in Brazil

<p>Changes in Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Amid Confinement: The BKSQ-COVID-19 Project</p>

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