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Physical Activity and Associated Factors among Brazilian Adult Inmates: A Cross-Sectional Study
Wanessa Cristina Baccon1, Carlos Laranjeira2,3,4, Priscila Garcia Marques5
1Departamento de Pós-Graduação em Enfermagem, Universidade Estadual de Maringá, Avenida Colombo, 5790-Campus Universitário, Maringá 87020-900, PR, Brazil.
Summary
Most Brazilian prisoners do not meet physical activity guidelines, with older age and more sitting time predicting low activity. Prison health programs should promote regular exercise for inmate well-being.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sports Science
- Criminology
Background:
- Imprisonment negatively impacts physical and emotional health.
- Public health interventions are crucial in correctional facilities.
- Limited data exists on physical activity levels among Brazilian prisoners.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess physical activity and health status in Brazilian prisoners.
- To identify predictors of low physical activity in this population.
- To inform the development of targeted health promotion programs.
Main Methods:
- Observational, cross-sectional study adhering to STROBE checklist.
- Convenience sampling of 220 inmates in a maximum-security Brazilian prison.
- Data collected on physical activity, food consumption, and body mass index (BMI).
Main Results:
- 64.3% of participants did not meet World Health Organization (WHO) physical activity recommendations.
- Over half (53.7%) reported unhealthy food consumption.
- Older age and increased sitting time were significant predictors of low physical activity.
Conclusions:
- A substantial proportion of Brazilian prisoners exhibit low physical activity levels.
- Interventions promoting physical activity are essential within the prison setting.
- Institutional programs are needed to encourage regular exercise and improve inmate health outcomes.
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