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Activity decreases as percentage overweight increases.

W W Tryon1, J L Goldberg, D F Morrison

  • 1Department of Psychology, Fordham University, Bronx, New York 10458-5198.

International Journal of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders : Journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity
|August 1, 1992
PubMed
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Higher percentage overweight in women correlates with decreased ambulatory activity. Even small increases in body weight significantly reduce daily movement, impacting overall health.

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Area of Science:

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Obesity Research
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Obesity is a growing public health concern.
  • Understanding the relationship between body weight and physical activity is crucial for developing effective interventions.
  • Previous research has suggested an inverse relationship between weight and activity levels.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To empirically investigate the relationship between percentage overweight and ambulatory activity levels.
  • To quantify the impact of increased body weight on physical activity in women.
  • To provide updated data on this relationship.

Main Methods:

  • Two studies were conducted involving 127 women aged 19-55 years.
  • Participants' weight status ranged from 14% underweight to 99% overweight.

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  • Ambulatory activity was measured over two weeks using pedometers.

    • Main Results:

    • Regression analysis revealed a significant decrease in activity with increasing percentage overweight.
    • For every 1% increase in percentage overweight, ambulatory activity decreased by 7.6457 x 10(-4) mph.
    • Activity levels were 0.25279 mph at zero percentage overweight.

    Conclusions:

    • A clear inverse relationship exists between percentage overweight and ambulatory activity in women.
    • These findings align with historical data, suggesting a persistent trend.
    • Even minor increases in weight can lead to substantial reductions in physical activity, with implications for obesity and health.