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Published on: March 7, 2019
Gender differences in leisure-time physical activity
Mario Renato Azevedo1, Cora Luiza Pavin Araújo, Felipe Fossati Reichert
1Post-graduate Program in Epidemiology, Federal University of Pelotas, Brazil. marioazevedojr@terra.com.br
International Journal of Public Health
|October 31, 2007
Summary
Men are more physically active than women in Brazil. Interventions to promote physical activity should consider gender-specific factors and associations for better effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Sports Science
Background:
- Leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) is crucial for adult health.
- Understanding gender-specific patterns in LTPA is essential for targeted public health initiatives.
- Previous research indicates potential gender disparities in physical activity levels.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between gender and LTPA in Brazilian adults.
- To identify variables associated with LTPA levels across genders.
- To inform the development of gender-sensitive physical activity promotion strategies.
Main Methods:
- A population-based study was conducted in Pelotas, Brazil, using multistage household sampling.
- Leisure-time physical activity was assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ).
- Data on potential predictors were collected via standardized questionnaires from 1344 men and 1756 women.
Main Results:
- Men exhibited higher levels of LTPA compared to women across various intensity definitions.
- Socioeconomic status positively correlated with LTPA in both genders.
- A dose-response relationship between age and physical inactivity was observed in men, but not in women.
Conclusions:
- Significant gender differences exist in LTPA levels and associated factors.
- Interventions must be tailored to address gender-specific patterns in physical activity.
- Future strategies should account for the inconsistent variables influencing LTPA across genders.
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