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To compare the acute effects of aquatic walking/running versus dry-land walking/running on blood glucose and plasma renin activity (PRA) in individuals with type 2 diabetes, participants with type 2 diabetes performed deep-water or dry-land walking and/or running sessions in a swimming pool or on an athletics track, respectively. Both sessions comprised seven blocks of 3 min at 85-90% of the heart rate deflection point (HRDP), interspersed with 2 min at <85% HRDP, totaling 35 min, with a 48 h interval between sessions. PRA and blood glucose were assessed before and immediately after the sessions. Generalized estimation equations were used to verify the session effects, with the Bonferroni post hoc test, considering the significance level as 0.05. Twelve individuals (53.2 ± 8.9 years) diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for 6.3 ± 6.34 years participated in the study. A reduction in PRA was found only after the aquatic session (-7.75 ng/mL/h; -69%; p: 0.034), while both aquatic and dry-land sessions similarly reduced the blood glucose levels (aquatic: -38 mg/dL, -21%; dry-land: -26 mg/dL, -14%; time effect, p = 0.007). Despite yielding similar glycemic reductions as dry-land walking/running, aquatic walking/running led to an expressive decrease in PRA among individuals with type 2 diabetes.
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Glicemia , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 , Renina , Caminhada , Humanos , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/sangue , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/terapia , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Masculino , Renina/sangue , Feminino , Glicemia/análise , Exercício Físico/fisiologia , Corrida/fisiologia , AdultoRESUMO
OBJECTIVE: Verify the effect of non-periodized and linear periodized combined training on body image perception and body dissatisfaction in adults with obesity. DESIGN: A randomized clinical trial on the effect of two types of combined training periodization was carried out on people with grade I and II obesity. SETTING: Participants were allocated into three groups: non-periodized periodization group, linear periodization group, and control group, with 23 participants in each. SUBJECTS: Adults with obesity, with a body mass index between 30â kg/m² and 40â kg/m². INTERVENTIONS: The intervention lasted 16 weeks (separated into three mesocycles of 4 weeks and 1 week of familiarization), in 3 weekly sessions of 1 hour each, composed of aerobic (30â min) and muscle strength exercises (six exercises) in the same session. The group with non-periodized model maintained uniform intensity, volume, and workload throughout the mesocycles. The group with the linear periodization model started with low initial intensity, subsequently introducing a gradual increase of intensity in the mesocycles. MAIN MEASURES: Body image perception (current and ideal silhouette) and body dissatisfaction were assessed using the Stunkard silhouette scale. RESULTS: The perception of the current silhouette increased only in the control group (Δ = 1.16; p = 0.04). There was a significant reduction in the ideal silhouette over time (p = 0.001), especially in non-periodized group (Δ = -1.26). Body dissatisfaction increased significantly only over time (p = 0.001), especially for control group (Δ = 1.47). CONCLUSIONS: Regardless of periodization, combined training effectively maintained the perception of the current silhouette and reduced the ideal silhouette in adults with obesity. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Brazilian Registry of Clinical Trials (RBR-3c7rt3).
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Imagem Corporal , Obesidade , Humanos , Feminino , Masculino , Adulto , Obesidade/psicologia , Obesidade/terapia , Terapia por Exercício/métodos , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Índice de Massa Corporal , Adulto JovemRESUMO
PURPOSE: This systematic review and meta-analysis investigated the effects of Elastic Resistance Training (ERT) on functional capacity (FC) in older adults. METHODS: The databases used were Embase, Virtual Health Library, PubMed, SciElo, Scopus, SPORTS Discus, and Web of Science. Eligibility criteria: aged ≥ 60 years; both sexes; intervention of at least 8 weeks; structured ERT; comparator group that performed other types of training or without any intervention; at least one functional test measurement. Functional tests were grouped according to their specificity for the sub-group meta-analyses. RESULTS: Twenty-six studies were considered eligible for qualitative synthesis, of which 16 were used for quantitative analysis. Favorable effects (p < .001) of ERT compared to the control group without intervention were observed in the 30-second sit to stand test, Timed Up and Go test, arm curl test, handgrip strength test, 6-minute walk test, lower and upper limb flexibility, and Short Physical Performance Battery (p = .007). Comparisons between ERT and other types of training were not performed because of the high heterogeneity of the studies. CONCLUSIONS: Our findings suggest that ERT is able to improve the FC of older adults when compared to older adults not involved in any type of training.
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Força Muscular , Treinamento Resistido , Masculino , Feminino , Humanos , Idoso , Força da Mão , Equilíbrio Postural , Estudos de Tempo e MovimentoRESUMO
INTRODUCTION: This study examined the association between simultaneity of four health-risk behaviours, namely, low levels of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (insufficient MVPA: <420 min/week), tobacco use, alcohol consumption, and excessive television (TV)-(>2 h/d of TV viewing) and self-rated health (SRH) in Brazilian adolescents. METHODS: We used data of 100,551 adolescents from the National School Health Survey, a national cross-sectional study carried out in 2015. Association between simultaneity of health risk behaviours (i.e. the ratio between observed and expected prevalence rates) and SRH was examined using logistic regression models. RESULTS: The majority of the participants were female (51.9%) and 14 years of age (50.6%), and 26% of the participants' SRH ranged from 'average' to 'extremely poor'. Those who engaged in the following combinations of health-risk behaviours had higher odds of worse SRH than their healthier counterparts: insufficient MVPA and tobacco use (odds ratio-OR: 2.0, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.4 to 3.0); insufficient MVPA and alcohol consumption (OR: 1.6, 95%CI: 1.3 to 1.9); insufficient MVPA and >2 h/day of TV viewing (OR: 1.3, 95%CI: 1.1 to 1.6); insufficient MVPA, tobacco use and alcohol consumption (OR: 2.1, 95%CI: 1.7, to 2.7); and insufficient MVPA, alcohol consumption and >2 h/day of TV viewing (OR: 1.6, 95%CI: 1.4 to 2.0). CONCLUSIONS: Insufficient MVPA, alcohol consumption, and other health-risk behaviours were associated with worse SRH in Brazilian adolescents.
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Comportamento Sedentário , Televisão , Adolescente , Brasil/epidemiologia , Estudos Transversais , Feminino , Humanos , Masculino , Assunção de RiscosRESUMO
This study aimed to compare the effect of 16-weeks of combining aerobic and strength training with a linear increase or fixed intensity on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of obese adults. This single-blinded clinical trial involved adults with obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2), randomized into control (CG), fixed intensity (FG), or linear increase (LG) groups. The FG and LG performed 16 weeks of combined (aerobic + strength) training for 60 min, three times a week. The FG performed aerobic exercises between 50 and 59% of the heart rate reserve (HRres) and strength at 10-12 maximum repetitions (RM). The LG started with 40-49% of HRres and 12-14 RM and progressively increased the intensity (50-59% and 10-12 RM; 60-69% and 8-10 RM). The HRQoL was assessed using the SF-36 questionnaire. Generalized estimation equations and mean differences (∆) were used. Of the 69 participants (23 per group), 36 completed the intervention (CG = 13, FG = 9, and LG = 14). A significant difference was observed in the time of the physical function, with superiority in the training groups (CG: ∆ = 1.2 vs. FG and LG, respectively: ∆ = 10.0). The mental health component and mental health domain showed significant differences for the FG (∆ = 30.2 and ∆ = 23.1, respectively). In conclusion, the combined training improved physical functioning. Specifically, fixed-intensity training effectively enhanced mental health indicators.Trial Registration: This study is registered at www.ensaiosclinicos.gov.br/ (No. RBR-3c7rt3), Date of registration: 07/02/2018.
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Terapia por Exercício/métodos , Exercício Físico , Obesidade/terapia , Qualidade de Vida , Treinamento Resistido , Adulto , Estudos de Casos e Controles , Feminino , Humanos , Masculino , Força Muscular , Método Simples-CegoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: The aim was to verify the effect of non-periodized and linear periodized combined (aerobic plus resistance) exercise training on insulin resistance markers in adults with obesity. METHODS: A blinded randomized control trial was conducted with three groups of individuals with obesity (BMI, 30-39.9 kg/m2): control group (CG, n = 23), non-periodized group (NG, n = 23), and linear periodized group (PG, n = 23). The NG and PG performed aerobic and resistance exercises in the same session in aerobic-resistance order for 16 weeks. Both intervention groups trained three sessions weekly, with a total duration of 60 min each. The aerobic training of the NG had a duration of 30 min always between 50% and 59% of the reserve heart rate (HRres), while resistance exercise was comprised of 6 exercises, performed always in 2 × 10-12 maximum repetitions (MRs). The PG progressed the aerobic and resistance training from 40%-49% to 60%-69% (HRres) and from 2 × 12-14 to 2 × 8-10 RM, respectively, along the intervention period. The evaluated indicators of insulin resistance included fasting glucose, fasting insulin, and homeostasis model assessment-estimated insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) collected pre- and post-intervention. The analyses to verify the exercise training effect were performed using generalized estimating equations. RESULTS: After 16 weeks of training, per protocol analysis (n = 39) showed significant reductions in HOMA-IR only in the training groups (NG: Δ = - 1.6, PG: Δ = - 0.6; p = 0.094). Intention-to-treat analysis demonstrated significant reductions in fasting insulin levels (NG: Δ = - 1.4, PG: Δ = - 1.0; p = 0.004) and HOMA-IR (NG: Δ = - 5.5, PG: Δ = - 3.8; p = 0.002). CONCLUSION: Periodized and non-periodized combined exercise training similarly reduces insulin resistance markers in adults with obesity. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Brazilian Registry of Clinical Trials, RBR-3c7rt3. Registered 07 February 2019- https://ensaiosclinicos.gov.br/trial/5970/1 .
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Abtract Introduction: Obesity compromises the quality of life. However, few studies have investigated the influence of different anthropometric indicators on the quality of life of this population. Objective: We aimed to correlate the physical and mental components of quality of life and verify its association with different anthropometric indicators in adults with obesity. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in adults with obesity [body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m²]. The quality of life was investigated using the SF-36 questionnaire, with scores ranging from 0 (worst-case scenario) to 100 (best scenario for the outcome). The anthropometric indicators used were BMI, waist circumference, waist/height ratio (WHR), and lean and fat body mass. For analysis, Spearman's correlation and crude and adjusted linear regression for sociodemographic variables were used. Results: A total of 75 subjects (nfemales = 47; µage= 34.8 ± 7.1 years) were included, and their means of the physical and mental components were 64.5 ± 15.9 and 50.8 ± 21.3 points, respectively. The social functioning domain presented a strong positive correlation (r = 0.760) with the mental health domain, and eight moderate correlations (0.400 ≤ r ≥ 0.699) were found between the different domains of the questionnaire. The functional capacity domain and the physical component presented a moderate negative correlation with the WHR (r = -0.402 and r = -0.407, respectively). After adjustment, the WHR was inversely associated with the physical component (β = -1.197; p = 0.002). Conclusion: In adults with obesity, important correlations were observed between the physical and mental components of quality of life, and the waist/height ratio was the only anthropometric indicator correlated and associated with the physical component of the outcome.
Resumo Introdução: A obesidade compromete a qualidade de vida física e mental em função do excesso de peso corporal. Entretanto poucos estudos se propuseram a compreender a influência dos diferentes indicadores antropométricos na qualidade de vida dessa população. Objetivo: Correlacionar os componentes físico e mental da qualidade de vida e verificar a sua associação com diferentes indicadores antropométricos em adultos com obesidade. Métodos: Realizou-se um estudo transversal com adultos com obesidade (índice de massa corporal [IMC] ≥ 30kg/m²). A qualidade de vida foi investigada pelo questionário SF-36, com amplitude de escores de zero (pior cenário) a 100 (melhor cenário para o desfecho). Os indicadores antropométricos foram: IMC, perímetro de cintura, razão cintura/estatura (RCE), massa corporal magra e gorda. Na estatística, empregou-se correlação de Spearman e regressão linear bruta e ajustada para variáveis sociodemográficas. Resultados: Nos 75 sujeitos (nmulheres = 47; µidade = 34,8 ± 7,1 anos), o componente físico apresentou média de 64,5 ± 15,9 pontos e mental de 50,8 ± 21,3 pontos. O domínio de aspecto social apresentou forte correlação positiva (r = 0,760) com o domínio da saúde mental e foram encontradas oito correlações moderadas (0,400 ≤ r ≥ 0,699) entre os distintos domínios do questionário. O domínio capacidade funcional e o componente físico apresentaram moderada correlação negativa com a RCE (r = -0,402 e r = -0,407, respectivamente). Na análise ajustada, a RCE apresentou uma associação inversa com o componente físico (β = -1,197; p = 0,002). Conclusão: Em adultos com obesidade, observou-se importantes correlações entre os componentes físico e mental da qualidade de vida e a razão cintura/estatura foi o único indicador antropométrico correlacionado e associado ao componente físico do desfecho.
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Humanos , Feminino , Adulto , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Qualidade de Vida , Saúde Mental , Gordura Abdominal , Distribuição da Gordura Corporal , Estatura , Índice de Massa Corporal , Inquéritos e Questionários , Circunferência da CinturaRESUMO
The scope of this paper was to verify the association between the practice of physical activity of different types and the use of insulin in adults and the elderly. This is a cross-sectional population-based study with data from the survey entitled Surveillance of risk factors and protection for chronic diseases by telephone (VIGITEL 2013). The sample consisted of individuals aged ≥18 years, living in the 27 Brazilian capitals and diagnosed with diabetes. The practice of physical activity in commuting, the home, leisure, work and the use of insulin were self-reported. Binary logistic regression was used in crude and adjusted analyses for sociodemographic factors. Of the 4,593 subjects with diabetes, insulin use was reported by 16.2% and 25.5% of adults and the elderly, respectively. The practice of physical activity in the home (OR: 0.61, 95%CI: 0.40; 0.94) and at work (OR: 0.38, 95%CI: 0.18; 0.78) were associated with the lowest use of insulin among the elderly. There was a tendency to reduce insulin use as the number of physically active domains increased among the elderly (p = 0.003). The conclusion drawn was that physical activity practiced alone or in a cumulative way in different domains was associated with lower insulin use among the elderly.
Objetivou-se verificar a associação entre a prática de atividade física em diferentes domínios e o uso de insulina em adultos e idosos. Trata-se de um estudo transversal de base populacional com dados do inquérito Vigilância de fatores de risco e proteção para doenças crônicas por Inquérito Telefônico (VIGITEL 2013). A amostra foi composta por indivíduos com idade ≥18 anos, residentes nas 27 capitais do Brasil e com diagnóstico de diabetes. A prática de atividade física no deslocamento, domicílio, lazer e trabalho, e o uso de insulina foram por autorrelato. Empregou-se regressão logística binária em análises bruta e ajustada para fatores sociodemográficos. Dos 4.593 indivíduos com diabetes, uso de insulina foi relatado por 16,2% e 25,5% dos adultos e idosos, respectivamente. A prática de atividade física no domicílio (RO: 0,61; IC95%: 0,40; 0,94) no trabalho (RO: 0,38; IC95%: 0,18; 0,78) estiveram associadas ao menor uso de insulina em idosos. Houve tendência de redução do uso de insulina à medida que se aumentou a quantidade de domínios fisicamente ativos em idosos (p = 0,003). Conclui-se que, em idosos, a atividade física praticada de forma isolada ou de forma acumulada em diferentes domínios teve associação com o menor uso de insulina.
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Diabetes Mellitus , Insulina , Adolescente , Adulto , Idoso , Brasil , Estudos Transversais , Diabetes Mellitus/tratamento farmacológico , Diabetes Mellitus/epidemiologia , Exercício Físico , Humanos , Atividades de Lazer , Fatores SocioeconômicosRESUMO
Resumo Objetivou-se verificar a associação entre a prática de atividade física em diferentes domínios e o uso de insulina em adultos e idosos. Trata-se de um estudo transversal de base populacional com dados do inquérito Vigilância de fatores de risco e proteção para doenças crônicas por Inquérito Telefônico (VIGITEL 2013). A amostra foi composta por indivíduos com idade ≥18 anos, residentes nas 27 capitais do Brasil e com diagnóstico de diabetes. A prática de atividade física no deslocamento, domicílio, lazer e trabalho, e o uso de insulina foram por autorrelato. Empregou-se regressão logística binária em análises bruta e ajustada para fatores sociodemográficos. Dos 4.593 indivíduos com diabetes, uso de insulina foi relatado por 16,2% e 25,5% dos adultos e idosos, respectivamente. A prática de atividade física no domicílio (RO: 0,61; IC95%: 0,40; 0,94) no trabalho (RO: 0,38; IC95%: 0,18; 0,78) estiveram associadas ao menor uso de insulina em idosos. Houve tendência de redução do uso de insulina à medida que se aumentou a quantidade de domínios fisicamente ativos em idosos (p = 0,003). Conclui-se que, em idosos, a atividade física praticada de forma isolada ou de forma acumulada em diferentes domínios teve associação com o menor uso de insulina.
Abstract The scope of this paper was to verify the association between the practice of physical activity of different types and the use of insulin in adults and the elderly. This is a cross-sectional population-based study with data from the survey entitled Surveillance of risk factors and protection for chronic diseases by telephone (VIGITEL 2013). The sample consisted of individuals aged ≥18 years, living in the 27 Brazilian capitals and diagnosed with diabetes. The practice of physical activity in commuting, the home, leisure, work and the use of insulin were self-reported. Binary logistic regression was used in crude and adjusted analyses for sociodemographic factors. Of the 4,593 subjects with diabetes, insulin use was reported by 16.2% and 25.5% of adults and the elderly, respectively. The practice of physical activity in the home (OR: 0.61, 95%CI: 0.40; 0.94) and at work (OR: 0.38, 95%CI: 0.18; 0.78) were associated with the lowest use of insulin among the elderly. There was a tendency to reduce insulin use as the number of physically active domains increased among the elderly (p = 0.003). The conclusion drawn was that physical activity practiced alone or in a cumulative way in different domains was associated with lower insulin use among the elderly.
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Humanos , Adolescente , Adulto , Idoso , Diabetes Mellitus/tratamento farmacológico , Diabetes Mellitus/epidemiologia , Insulina , Fatores Socioeconômicos , Brasil , Exercício Físico , Estudos Transversais , Atividades de LazerRESUMO
Fibromyalgia (FM) has an inflammatory component, as elevated serum levels of inflammatory biomarkers are associated with its diagnosis. Treatments decreased pain, body temperature, improved quality of life and reduced serum levels of IL-6 in both groups; however, these beneficial effects were more pronounced in aquatic exercise (AE)â¯+â¯Far-Infrared (FIR) group. The findings of the present study suggest that the association of AE to FIR increases the benefits of aquatic exercise in patients with FM.
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Citocinas/sangue , Exercício Físico/fisiologia , Fibromialgia/sangue , Fibromialgia/terapia , Raios Infravermelhos/uso terapêutico , Manejo da Dor/métodos , Adulto , Idoso , Biomarcadores/sangue , Cerâmica , Método Duplo-Cego , Exercício Físico/psicologia , Feminino , Fibromialgia/psicologia , Humanos , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Dor/sangue , Dor/psicologia , Projetos Piloto , Qualidade de Vida/psicologia , PiscinasRESUMO
The literature discusses that combined training, aerobic more resistance exercises in the same session, is a suitable strategy for people with obesity and that exercise periodization leads to positive health outcomes; however, the implication of different periodizations of combined training for health outcomes in obese adults requires further investigation. The aim of the study will be to describe the methodology used to compare the effect of linear periodized and non-periodized combined training on health markers and health-related physical fitness in adults with obesity. This is a blinded randomized controlled clinical trial investigating adults with obesity in the age group 20-50 years. The sample will be non-probabilistic, and participants will be allocated randomly into one of three groups: control group (CG), non-periodized group (NG), and periodized group (PG). The intervention will occur in 60-min sessions, 3 days a week for 16 weeks, with 1 week dedicated to familiarization with the training and 15 weeks of combined training (aerobic followed by resistance in the same session). The PG group will perform three mesocycles of 5 weeks each, progressing in intensity throughout the intervention [aerobic: from 40-49% to 60-69% of heart rate reserve (HRR); strength: from 12 to 14 maximum repetitions (MR) to 8 to 10MR]; the NG group will maintain the same relative intensity throughout the study (aerobic: 50-59% of HRR; strength: 2 sets of 10-12 MR). Participants in the CG group will maintain their usual activities without the proposed intervention. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will be performed for biochemical markers, body composition, cardiovascular parameters, cardiorespiratory fitness, maximum upper and lower limb strength, flexibility, and subjective health-related parameters. This project was approved by the Committee of Ethics and Research with Human Beings of the institution of origin (protocol 2,448,674) and registered in the Brazilian Registry of Clinical Trials (RBR-3c7rt3).
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ABSTRACT Objective To investigate the association between different domains (leisure, work, commuting, and household) of physical activity, independent and cumulative, and excess weight and obesity in Brazilian adults. Methods This is a cross-sectional survey, conducted in 2015, through telephone interviews with a representative sample of adults from the capitals of Brazil. Physical inactivity was defined as non-participation in predefined physical activities for each assessed domain. Excess weight (Body Mass Index?25kg/m2) and obesity (Body Mass Index?30kg/m2) were determined from self-reported measurements of weight and height. A binary logistic regression was conducted after adjusting for sociodemographic factors. Results Among 54,174 subjects, physical inactivity in commuting (ORexcess weight=1.27, 95%CI=1.13,1.42 and ORobesity=1.25, 95%CI=1.06,1.47) and leisure (ORexcess weight=1.12, 95%CI=1.04,1.22 and ORobesity=1.30, 95%CI=1.17,1.45) domains were associated with nutritional status. In addition, a linear trend was observed between increasing obesity and cumulative physical inactivity of all four domains (p<0.001). Conclusion Cumulative physical inactivity, especially in the commuting and leisure domains, was associated with excess weight and obesity in adults living in the capitals of Brazil. One possible explanation of these findings is that these domains involve particularly longer duration and greater intensity of physical inactivity. Public policies concerning physical activity should prioritize actions focused in promoting physical activity on commuting and leisure-time to help prevent overweight and obesity in the Brazilian adult population.
RESUMO Objetivo Investigar a associação entre a atividade física em diferentes domínios (deslocamento, domicílio, lazer e trabalho) isolados e acumulados com a ocorrência de excesso de peso e obesidade em adultos brasileiros. Métodos Trata-se de um inquérito transversal, realizado em 2015, por meio de entrevista telefônica com uma amostra representativa de adultos das capitais do Brasil. A inatividade física foi determinada como a não participação em atividades físicas específicas para cada domínio avaliado. O excesso de peso (Índice de Massa Corporal?25kg/m2) e a obesidade (Índice de Massa Corporal ?30kg/m2) foram definidos pelo autorrelato de peso e altura. Na esta-tística, empregou-se a regressão logística binária ajustada para fatores sociodemográficos. Resultados Dentre os 54.174 sujeitos, observou-se que a inatividade física no deslocamento (OR=1,27; IC95%:1,13;1,42 e OR=1,25; IC95%:1,06;1,47) e no lazer (OR=1,12; IC95%:1,04;1,22 e OR=1,30; IC95%:1,17;1,45) estiveram associadas ao excesso de peso e à obesidade, respectivamente. Observou-se ainda uma tendência linear de aumento da obesidade à medida que se acumulam domínios com inatividade física (p<0,001). Conclusão A inatividade física acumulada em diferentes domínios, particularmente no deslocamento e no lazer, apresentou associação com o excesso de peso e obesidade em adultos residentes nas capitais do Brasil. Possivelmente, importantes características da atividade física nos referidos domínios, como a maior duração e a maior intensidade, sejam potenciais justificativas para o encontro de tais achados. Portanto, recomenda-se que políticas públicas de atividade física possam priorizar ações voltadas para os domínios do deslocamento e do lazer no combate ao excesso de peso e obesidade na população adulta brasileira.
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Humanos , Masculino , Feminino , Estado Nutricional , Brasil , Estudos Transversais , Sobrepeso , Comportamento Sedentário , Atividades de Lazer , Atividade Motora , ObesidadeRESUMO
Although training programs with regular eccentric (ECC) exercise are more commonly used for improving muscular strength and mobility, ECC exercise effects upon functional recovery of the sciatic nerve has not yet been determined. After sciatic nerve crush, different mice groups were subjected to run on the treadmill for 30 min at a speed of 6, 10, or 14 m/min with - 16° slope, 5 days per week, over 8 weeks. During the training time, neuropathic pain-like behavior (mechanical and cold hyperalgesia) was assessed and functional recovery was determined with the grip strength test and the Sciatic Functional and Static indexes (SFI and SSI). After 9 weeks, triceps surae muscle weight and morphological alterations were assessed. Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin-1ß (IL-1ß), interleukin-4 (IL-4), interleukin-1Ra (IL-1Ra), insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) levels, and markers pro- and anti-inflammatory and regeneration, respectively, were quantified in the muscle and sciatic nerve on day 14 post-crushing. Exercised groups presented less neuropathic pain-like behavior and better functional recovery than non-exercised groups. Biochemically, ECC exercise reduced TNF-α increase in the muscle. ECC exercise increased sciatic nerve IGF-1 levels in sciatic nerve crush-subjected animals. These findings provide new evidence indicating that treatment with ECC might be a potential approach for neuropathy induced by peripheral nerve injury.