Weekly time spent in the standing position is independently related to a better quality of life in postmenopausal women

Abstract

In summary, our results suggest that postmenopausal women who spend more time in the standing position have a better overall quality of life regardless of confounders.

Objectively Measured Daily Physical Activity and Postural Changes as Related to Positive and Negative Affect Using Ambulatory Monitoring Assessments

“…Despite this, few studies have quantified how sedentary behavior is associated with acute affective states. Furthermore, recent evidence has emerged demonstrating that standing may be associated with improvements to certain quality of life measures including reduced fatigue ( 21 ) and increased social functioning ( 22 ). Through a cognitive appraisal process, even activities at a lower intensity can be beneficial for affective states ( 23 ).…”

Association of self-care status with some relevant factors in middle-aged women in their early menopausal stage

“…While in the study carried out by Diniz et al . (2016), it was found out that even longer durations of taking a standing position improve the postmenopausal women's quality of life and social performance,[ 18 ] decrease obesity, and enhance the physical status. [ 19 ] In the study of Akinpetide, as women aged, they were less likely to participate in osteoporosis prevention exercises.…”